November 2010 PMID 21180977

A new classification of foods based on the extent and purpose of their processing.

Carlos Augusto Monteiro, Renata Bertazzi Levy, Rafael Moreira Claro, Inês Rugani Ribeiro de Castro, Geoffrey Cannon

Mentions

51
Peak: 8 in Sep 2020
across 5 sources since May 2020

Extended reach

46,519
potential audience

Total likes

63

Video views

1,266

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May 2020 – Feb 2024

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions show a balanced curiosity about the classification of processed foods, with remarks citing foundational papers and questioning the feasibility of avoiding ultra-processed foods entirely. The tone remains analytical and informational, focusing on understanding and referencing prior studies, which results in moderate engagement and interest levels.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions reflect curiosity and partial support, with some questioning the absolute stance against ultra-processed foods rather than outright disagreement.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, engaging with the concepts and referencing the original sources, but without deep personal investment.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments involve referencing literature and posing questions, indicating active but not highly in-depth engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions are mostly scholarly or informational, with no clear indication of widespread influence or significant behavioral change prompted by these posts.

Abstract in brief

  • This paper introduces a new way to classify foods based on how much and why they are processed, dividing them into three groups: minimally processed foods (like rice, beans, meat, and milk), processed culinary ingredients (like oils, sugar, and flour), and ultra-processed food products (such as bread, sweets, and soft drinks).
  • The classification is applied to Brazilian household data from 2002-2003, showing that the average daily calorie intake is mostly from minimally processed foods, with a significant portion coming from ultra-processed foods, especially in higher-income households.
  • The paper also discusses the potential negative effects on diet quality, eating habits, and health when traditional foods and ingredients are replaced by ultra-processed products.]

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MyNutriWeb
@MyNutriWeb · X

#RDUK A1 Food processing are methods and techniques that turn fresh foods into food products Reference - Monteiro C, et al. (2010) https://t.co/gBzvwmnIIj

Jun 7, 2021 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 9,632 followers View post →
Eduard Baladia
@EBaladia · X

@fojuelosdotcom @NCDs_PAHO Cuyo origen parece descansar en dos publicaciones, una en @CambridgeCore https://t.co/B5utRjI7z7 y la otra en @CadernosSP https://t.co/ZwMQWyqspl

May 30, 2020 · 2 likes · 1 share · 11,243 followers View post →
Dr. Kenny Mendoza
@mdzakenny · X

3 https://t.co/T0fdaCV2mV

Feb 22, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share · 4,510 followers View post →
First Steps Nutrition Trust
@1stepsnutrition · X

But…. @KevinH_PhD @deirdre_tobias having read your article I have a genuine q - who is actually calling for avoiding UPF entirely? @CMonteiro_USP can be quoted in this 2010 paper https://t.co/R2pdkwqIWs

May 11, 2023 · 9,590 followers View post →
Azmina Nutrition
@AzminaNutrition · X

RT @MyNutriWeb: #RDUK A1 Food processing are methods and techniques that turn fresh foods into food products Reference - Monteiro C, et a…

Jun 7, 2021 · 2 shares · 8,269 followers View post →
dietitian_chloe
@dietitian_chloe · X

RT @MyNutriWeb: #RDUK A1 Food processing are methods and techniques that turn fresh foods into food products Reference - Monteiro C, et a…

Jun 7, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,831 followers View post →

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Sr Zepeda
@VictorGZepeda1 · X

RT @mdzakenny: 3 https://t.co/T0fdaCV2mV

Feb 22, 2024 · 1 share · 162 followers View post →
Dr. Kenny Mendoza
@mdzakenny · X

3 https://t.co/T0fdaCV2mV

Feb 22, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share · 4,510 followers View post →
First Steps Nutrition Trust
@1stepsnutrition · X

But…. @KevinH_PhD @deirdre_tobias having read your article I have a genuine q - who is actually calling for avoiding UPF entirely? @CMonteiro_USP can be quoted in this 2010 paper https://t.co/R2pdkwqIWs

May 11, 2023 · 9,590 followers View post →
dietitian_chloe
@dietitian_chloe · X

RT @MyNutriWeb: #RDUK A1 Food processing are methods and techniques that turn fresh foods into food products Reference - Monteiro C, et a…

Jun 7, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,831 followers View post →
Azmina Nutrition
@AzminaNutrition · X

RT @MyNutriWeb: #RDUK A1 Food processing are methods and techniques that turn fresh foods into food products Reference - Monteiro C, et a…

Jun 7, 2021 · 2 shares · 8,269 followers View post →
MyNutriWeb
@MyNutriWeb · X

#RDUK A1 Food processing are methods and techniques that turn fresh foods into food products Reference - Monteiro C, et al. (2010) https://t.co/gBzvwmnIIj

Jun 7, 2021 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 9,632 followers View post →
Eduard Baladia
@EBaladia · X

@fojuelosdotcom @NCDs_PAHO Cuyo origen parece descansar en dos publicaciones, una en @CambridgeCore https://t.co/B5utRjI7z7 y la otra en @CadernosSP https://t.co/ZwMQWyqspl

May 30, 2020 · 2 likes · 1 share · 11,243 followers View post →