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The science and politics behind the panic over ultraprocessed foods - The Conversation

Published by The Conversation Africa By Garrett M. Broad · 19 October 2026 at 15:36
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The science and politics behind the panic over ultraprocessed foods - The Conversation
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There’s no doubt that the modern food environment needs to be healthier. But are ultraprocessed foods as evil as their reputation suggests?

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