Effect of Ultra-Processed Foods Consumption on Human Health Outcomes: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses - PubMed
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- UPFs are industrial formulations high in sugar and saturated fats, linked to negative health effects.
- High UPF consumption is associated with increased risks of adiposity, respiratory diseases, and obesity in children and adolescents.
- In adults, higher UPF intake correlates with increased risk of all-cause mortality, type 2 diabetes, mental and sleep disorders, cardiovascular and digestive diseases, and various cancers, with gender-specific risks.
- Limited inverse associations were found, such as certain cereals and dairy foods linked to reduced risk of hypertension, adiposity, and lipid profile issues.
- Of the 26 studies reviewed, 16 were rated as good quality, 7 as acceptable, and 3 as poor.
- UPF consumption is primarily associated with higher risks of chronic noncommunicable diseases, mortality, and mental disorders, but evidence strength varies, requiring cautious interpretation.