Over the years, processed meat has developed a rough reputation, which is why no one eats this once-popular deli meat anymore -- olive loaf. It's become a sort of umbrella term, and anything under it ...

They call for avoiding packaged, prepared or other ready-to-eat foods that are salty or sweet — such as many chips, candies and cookies — as well as staying away from sugar-sweetened beverages like ...

There is strong evidence that there is “no safe amount” of processed meat to eat, nutrition experts say in response to a new study on the connection between diet and the risk of major diseases, ...

Sarah Todd returned to reporting in January 2025 after being assignment editor at STAT since October 2022. You can reach Sarah on Signal at sarahlizchar.47. Not all ultra-processed foods are bad for ...

Too much red meat or salt can create blood flow problems and processed food can leave you feeling groggy or fatigued instead of sexy, experts say.

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A new meta-analysis dives into how a diet high in ultra-processed foods can impact your health. Researchers conducted an analysis of existing research to learn more about the links between ...

As I push my cart into my favorite grocery store, I stop and look at the shoppers — my neighbors — around me. Do they realize that nearly 70% of the food available to purchase for their families is ...