Does the War on ‘Ultra-Processed Foods’ Make Any Sense?
The Atlantic · 23 Jun 2026

Does the War on ‘Ultra-Processed Foods’ Make Any Sense?

The latest dietary evil is an old story in a new package. Once again, Americans are in a panic over what we eat. More than two-thirds of those surveyed now regard the industrially produced, ultra-processed foods, or UPFs, that dominate the U.S. food supply as addictive, according to a study publishe


AI Translated Summary:
The growing concern over ultra-processed foods reflects a recurring panic about dietary choices in America. This trend highlights the complexities of food production and consumption in modern society.


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