Obes Rev November 2013 PMID 24102801

Ultra-processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system.

C A Monteiro, J-C Moubarac, G Cannon, S W Ng, B Popkin

Mentions

87
Peak: 20 in May 2019
across 5 sources since Feb 2019

Extended reach

438,502
potential audience

Total likes

180

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Feb 2019 – Aug 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The analysis reflects a strong consensus that ultraprocessed products dominate the global food supply and contribute to health issues like obesity, evidenced by discussions emphasizing corporate power, environmental factors, and health impacts, with tone and words expressing concern and urgency.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions recognize the rise of ultraprocessed foods as a significant concern, supporting the article's conclusions.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate a high level of curiosity and concern about the health and societal impacts of ultraprocessed foods.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many posts include detailed references, critiques, or explanations about environmental factors, corporate influence, and health impacts, showing deep engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions highlight the widespread recognition of ultraprocessed foods as a major global health issue, indicating a high potential for influence and awareness.

Abstract in brief

  • Ultraprocessed products, which are highly appealing, inexpensive, and often unhealthy, are increasingly dominating global food supplies, first in high-income countries and now in middle-income countries.
  • The rise in ultraprocessed food consumption is driven by large multinational food companies that profit from heavily promoted, hyperpalatable products like snacks, which are energy-dense, fatty, sugary, or salty.
  • This shift towards ultraprocessed foods is linked to the rising rates of obesity and related health issues worldwide, but the full impact of these industrialized foods on dietary habits and environments remains poorly understood.

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Michael Mindrum, MD
@MichaelMindrum · X

Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. They ♥️ food labels. They have huge political power. Few governments prioritize health over business. They influence research & dietitians. https://t.co/gPotLPswMv

Oct 30, 2021 · 44 likes · 8 shares · 9,565 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global food system is transnational food manufacturing... whose businesses are based on very profitable, heavily promoted ultra‐processed products" Health disaster. https://t.co/OXqvPrqwFl

May 14, 2019 · 40 likes · 12 shares · 295,898 followers View post →
Ghaïs Guelaïa
@GeekNfit · X

Cependant, il ne faut pas virer à l'extrême inverse : les produits ultra-transformés sont l'une des causes, peut-être majeure même, de l'obésité actuelle. 4/19 https://t.co/Yhwtdrgu3b

Jul 22, 2022 · 8 likes · 12,880 followers View post →
Meli
@melo_cotton_ · X

Problemas cognitivos Cao, D. et all (2025). Diet-induced maternal obesity alters behavioral regulation in offspring. Riesgo de enfermedades crónicas Monteiro, C. A. et all (2025). Ultra-processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system. Obesity Reviews. https://t.co/AqI6YI4tq8

Mar 6, 2025 · 8 likes · 4,116 followers View post →
Ghaïs Guelaïa
@GeekNfit · X

@lonnibesancon Bon les gens qui ne comprennent pas ce qu'il dit : il parle des facteurs environnementaux. Et oui, on est entourés de malbouffe, ce qui cause une augmentation de l'obésité. Ca fait partie intégrante de la composante multifactorielle. https://t.co/Yhwtdrgu3b

Aug 13, 2022 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 12,880 followers View post →
Frédéric Leroy
@fleroy1974 · X

https://t.co/1Q9KD62JHe

Mar 24, 2025 · 1 like · 28,564 followers View post →

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Frédéric Leroy
@fleroy1974 · X

https://t.co/1Q9KD62JHe

Mar 24, 2025 · 1 like · 28,564 followers View post →
Meli
@melo_cotton_ · X

Problemas cognitivos Cao, D. et all (2025). Diet-induced maternal obesity alters behavioral regulation in offspring. Riesgo de enfermedades crónicas Monteiro, C. A. et all (2025). Ultra-processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system. Obesity Reviews. https://t.co/AqI6YI4tq8

Mar 6, 2025 · 8 likes · 4,116 followers View post →
Cubells
@AlexisCubells · X

@mikiozuna @asu_qui Problemas cognitivos Cao, D. et all (2025). Diet-induced maternal obesity alters behavioral regulation in offspring. Riesgo de enfermedades crónicas Monteiro, C. A. et all (2025). Ultra-processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system. Obesity Reviews.

Mar 6, 2025 · 5,131 followers View post →
Antonin
@Maltezer0 · X

RT @GeekNfit: @lonnibesancon Bon les gens qui ne comprennent pas ce qu'il dit : il parle des facteurs environnementaux. Et oui, on est ento…

Aug 14, 2022 · 2 shares · 88 followers View post →
Gaulthier Gaspard
@lanikai_GG · X

RT @GeekNfit: @lonnibesancon Bon les gens qui ne comprennent pas ce qu'il dit : il parle des facteurs environnementaux. Et oui, on est ento…

Aug 14, 2022 · 2 shares · 20 followers View post →
Ghaïs Guelaïa
@GeekNfit · X

@lonnibesancon Bon les gens qui ne comprennent pas ce qu'il dit : il parle des facteurs environnementaux. Et oui, on est entourés de malbouffe, ce qui cause une augmentation de l'obésité. Ca fait partie intégrante de la composante multifactorielle. https://t.co/Yhwtdrgu3b

Aug 13, 2022 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 12,880 followers View post →
Ghaïs Guelaïa
@GeekNfit · X

Cependant, il ne faut pas virer à l'extrême inverse : les produits ultra-transformés sont l'une des causes, peut-être majeure même, de l'obésité actuelle. 4/19 https://t.co/Yhwtdrgu3b

Jul 22, 2022 · 8 likes · 12,880 followers View post →
Ian Pitchford | 伊恩·皮奇福德 | إيان بيتشفورد |
@IanPitchford · X

@TomChivers I thought hyper-palatability was the favoured hypothesis these days anyway? https://t.co/nDsgpcU6PL

Feb 19, 2022 · 1,958 followers View post →
John Wright
@MHSJohnWright · X

@Plant_proof @OlivePufa @TyRBeal @deirdre_tobias @NutritionDanny @KevinH_PhD What does the Whoolly Mammoth have to do with the advent of UPF's? To answer your question between the early 50's - to the mid 1980's depending on the wealth of the country. This Monteiro and Popkin paper provides more insight. https://t.co/NJaD4iL2vP

Jan 31, 2022 · 837 followers View post →
Vitas Gerulaitis
@VGerulaitis · X

RT @MichaelMindrum: Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. Th…

Nov 2, 2021 · 8 shares · 153 followers View post →
Jorge Ruiz-Carrascal
@Elorges · X

RT @MichaelMindrum: Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. Th…

Oct 31, 2021 · 8 shares · 1,175 followers View post →
Jous Louv
@JousLouv · X

RT @MichaelMindrum: Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. Th…

Oct 30, 2021 · 8 shares · 104 followers View post →
Steely Bob
@SteelyBee · X

RT @MichaelMindrum: Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. Th…

Oct 30, 2021 · 8 shares · 90 followers View post →
Mark Bski
@MarkBski · X

RT @MichaelMindrum: Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. Th…

Oct 30, 2021 · 8 shares · 8,174 followers View post →
Tia Reid, MHP, NNP
@carbaddictcoach · X

RT @MichaelMindrum: Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. Th…

Oct 30, 2021 · 8 shares · 4,351 followers View post →
Eve Beavers
@espacetimeCO · X

RT @MichaelMindrum: Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. Th…

Oct 30, 2021 · 8 shares · 903 followers View post →
Michael Mindrum, MD
@MichaelMindrum · X

Ultra-processed products dominate the food supply & displace fresh meals. The power of these companies are colossal. They ♥️ food labels. They have huge political power. Few governments prioritize health over business. They influence research & dietitians. https://t.co/gPotLPswMv

Oct 30, 2021 · 44 likes · 8 shares · 9,565 followers View post →
RealFoodie
@realfoodhabits · X

Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system - Monteiro - 2013 - Obesity Reviews - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/ANOXVO6IFU

Jul 25, 2019 · 115 followers View post →
Olaf Brugman
@OlafBrugman · X

Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system - Monteiro - 2013 - Obesity Reviews - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/KDQsCZWiQN

May 30, 2019 · 977 followers View post →
syed zohaib
@sazohaib · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 30, 2019 · 10 shares · 99 followers View post →
Keto-meatheals
@orangebobevil · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 29, 2019 · 10 shares · 1,742 followers View post →
Christian Carnivore Doug Kelly
@noland_douglas · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 29, 2019 · 10 shares · 41 followers View post →
Allen
@AllenT2k22 · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 29, 2019 · 10 shares · 451 followers View post →
MadPharmacist
@DarthPharmacist · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 29, 2019 · 10 shares · 618 followers View post →
Kieron Lewis
@lewiskd100 · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 29, 2019 · 10 shares · 1,161 followers View post →
You're not my real mom™ Ⓐ
@beejereeno · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 29, 2019 · 10 shares · 3,193 followers View post →
Seth Miller
@Seth_iller · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 29, 2019 · 10 shares · 363 followers View post →
Dave Grawoig, Ph.D.
@grawoig · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system And the obesity epidemic is going global too. Coi…

May 29, 2019 · 10 shares · 6,554 followers View post →
Keto-meatheals
@orangebobevil · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global foo…

May 15, 2019 · 12 shares · 1,735 followers View post →
Mad
@MadPharmacist1 · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global foo…

May 15, 2019 · 12 shares · 6,491 followers View post →
Sally Johnson MA RD LD
@sallyjohnsonrd · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global foo…

May 15, 2019 · 12 shares · 1,656 followers View post →
DiscoStew
@DiscoStew66 · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global foo…

May 15, 2019 · 12 shares · 10,788 followers View post →
MF
@MFraylick · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global foo…

May 14, 2019 · 12 shares · 674 followers View post →
Don Donahoe
@deldondo · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global foo…

May 14, 2019 · 12 shares · 312 followers View post →
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@quasiloco · X

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Ser Kevin //
@Dark_Realist · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global foo…

May 14, 2019 · 12 shares · 1,453 followers View post →
brainsturbator
@brainsturbator · X

RT @Mangan150: Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global foo…

May 14, 2019 · 12 shares · 8,638 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

Ultra‐processed products are becoming dominant in the global food system "the main driving force now shaping the global food system is transnational food manufacturing... whose businesses are based on very profitable, heavily promoted ultra‐processed products" Health disaster. https://t.co/OXqvPrqwFl

May 14, 2019 · 40 likes · 12 shares · 295,898 followers View post →
Alan Watson
@Alan_Watson_ · X

@me_blud @KevinH_PhD @NutriXiv UFPs include both plant and animal matter: "Products include burgers, frozen pasta, pizza and pasta dishes, nuggets and sticks, crisps, biscuits, confectionery, cereal bars, carbonated and other sugared drinks, and various snack products." (Doi: 10.1111/obr.12107) Your point is? https://t.co/07JZUA0gBp

Feb 12, 2019 · 1 like · 1,476 followers View post →