261: Ultra Processed Foods & Dietary Guidance: Where is the Research to Date? – Dr. Joanne Slavin

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The Ultra Processed Foods Debate: Are They Causing Negative Health Outcomes?

Research on ultra-processed foods (UPF) has greatly increased over the past few years as has media coverage on the topic. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) will address the scientific question: “What is the relationship between dietary patterns with varying amounts of ultra-processed foods and growth, body composition, and risk of obesity.”

Tune into this episode with Dr. Joanne Slavin to learn about:

· The role of processed foods/food processing in the diet

· Various definitions of UPF

· DGAC’s process for addressing scientific questions

· Why processing and UPF has emerged as an issue

· Current, prominent research studies on UPF

· Consumer attitudes and beliefs, realities of UPF in the diet

· Expert recommendations for healthy dietary patterns

· Food technology’s role in providing a nutritious, safe, sustainable food supply

· Resources and references

Full shownotes, transcript and resources at: https://soundbitesrd.com/261

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