UPF Addiction in Older Adults: Study Reveals Surprising Health Impacts

Описание: ultraprocessed foods addiction older adults health risks Yale Food Addiction Scale study findings
Discover how ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) are leading to addiction among older US adults, especially women who grew up with these foods.
This new research from the University of Michigan shows higher UPF addiction rates in those aged 50-64 compared to older generations.
Learn about the association with poorer physical and mental health, social isolation, and the 'bliss factor' that makes these foods irresistible.
Experts explain how UPFs are engineered for overconsumption, affecting gut health and nutrient intake.
Find out about strategies to reduce UPF intake, including swapping for healthier alternatives and policy changes like California's new school meal ban.
Key insights from the Addiction journal study on prevalence, gender differences, and long-term health consequences.