Let's be real, processed foods are everywhere. Your pantry, your fridge, the gas station snack aisle. They're convenient, they're cheap, and sometimes they taste way better than they should. The ...

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Some processed foods contain ingredients that may cause blood pressure to spike. Learn which foods to limit if you have ...

Recent research reveals a link.

Two large studies found a significant association between eating preservatives in many foods and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and several cancers.

In November 2025, a group of the world’s leading experts on ultra-processed foods (UPFs) came together to review the latest ...

Diarrhea that develops after you eat lunch meat may be related to one of several health issues, such as a food allergy or intolerance, immune dysfunction, or even food poisoning. Lunch meats are often ...

Research shows that ultra-processed foods can affect type 2 diabetes risk. A recent study found that eating the equivalent of 2 slices of ham a day can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes by 15%.