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Clin Nutr June 2024 PMID 38688162

Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence.

Shuhui Dai, Judith Wellens, Nan Yang, Doudou Li, Jingjing Wang, Lijuan Wang, Shuai Yuan, Yazhou He, Peige Song, Ron Munger, Monique Potvin Kent, Amanda J MacFarlane, Patrick Mullie, Susan Duthie, Julian Little

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Peak: 5 in Nov 2025
across 5 sources since May 2024

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What people are saying

The overall tone is supportive and concerned, with users emphasizing the overwhelming evidence against ultra-processed foods and urging others to avoid them, often quoting the study and calling for behavioral change, which reflects a high level of interest and perceived impact.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions accept and reinforce the article's conclusions that ultra-processed foods are detrimental to health, evidenced by phrases like 'science is in' and 'not a single beneficial outcome'.

InterestHigh interest

The posts show high interest, with many calling for action or emphasizing the significance of the findings, like 'avoid UPFs' and sharing detailed citations.

EngagementHigh engagement

Several posts demonstrate deep engagement by quoting the study, requesting citations, and urging to 'void ultra processed food,' indicating thoughtful participation.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions clearly aim to influence health choices and raise awareness, emphasizing the importance of reducing UPF consumption based on the evidence presented.

Abstract in brief

  • Ultra-processed food (UPF) intake has sharply increased, leading to concerns about its link to non-communicable diseases, prompting a review of existing observational studies on UPF and health.
  • A systematic search identified 39 meta-analyses, which were updated with 122 new articles, revealing 25 health outcomes associated with UPF consumption, including renal function decline and wheezing in children.
  • The review concluded that high UPF consumption is linked to increased risks of chronic diseases and mental health issues, with no evidence supporting any health benefits from UPF intake.
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Max Lugavere
@maxlugavere · X

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Jun 1, 2024 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 89,645 followers View post →
若林秀隆 (Hidetaka Wakabayashi)
@HideWakabayashi · X

Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence. 超加工食品の摂取は、腎機能低下、喘鳴、糖尿病、過体重、肥満、うつ病、精神疾患と関連を認めた。アンブレラレビュー。超加工食品は少なめにしたいですね https://t.co/K8si8t0Oe4

Mar 29, 2025 · 5 likes · 1 share · 15,170 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence (open access) https://t.co/bQc0ZnBHKp

May 4, 2024 · 4 likes · 18,979 followers View post →
Luciano Abba
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RT @maxlugavere: https://t.co/uWwjB21Wco

Jun 2, 2024 · 2 shares · 1,413 followers View post →
Bob & Kathy Baxter
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RT @maxlugavere: https://t.co/uWwjB21Wco

Jun 2, 2024 · 2 shares · 1,140 followers View post →
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@mmnkjm · X

RT @HideWakabayashi: Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence. 超加工食品の…

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Havé Purlins
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Havé Purlins
@havepurlins.bsky.social · Bluesky

There are all kinds of things both naturally occurring & otherwise that are bad for your health so obviously this cannot be anyone’s ONLY criteria for healthy eating. But yeah the science is in & diets w upfs are less healthy than those without. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38688162/?ut...

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Havé Purlins
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Havé Purlins
@havepurlins.bsky.social · Bluesky

Please provide citations. An umbrella review found that out of 122 individual articles on 49 unique health outcomes, not a single one reported a beneficial health outcome associated with ultra-processed food consumption. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38688162/?ut...

Nov 11, 2025 · 1 share View post →
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@mmnkjm · X

RT @HideWakabayashi: Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence. 超加工食品の…

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RT @HideWakabayashi: Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence. 超加工食品の…

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若林秀隆 (Hidetaka Wakabayashi)
@HideWakabayashi · X

Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence. 超加工食品の摂取は、腎機能低下、喘鳴、糖尿病、過体重、肥満、うつ病、精神疾患と関連を認めた。アンブレラレビュー。超加工食品は少なめにしたいですね https://t.co/K8si8t0Oe4

Mar 29, 2025 · 5 likes · 1 share · 15,170 followers View post →
John Topham
@johntopham.bsky.social · Bluesky

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Bob & Kathy Baxter
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RT @maxlugavere: https://t.co/uWwjB21Wco

Jun 2, 2024 · 2 shares · 1,140 followers View post →
Luciano Abba
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RT @maxlugavere: https://t.co/uWwjB21Wco

Jun 2, 2024 · 2 shares · 1,413 followers View post →
Max Lugavere
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https://t.co/uWwjB21Wco

Jun 1, 2024 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 89,645 followers View post →
Pavel Zhelnov, MD
@drzhelnov · X

Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence. https://t.co/XxSCCSfW80 5/23

May 12, 2024 · 72 followers View post →
John Topham
@John_P_Topham · X

Avoid Ultra Processed Food where possible for the sake of your health https://t.co/QLfIOkCel2

May 9, 2024 · 615 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Ultra-processed foods and human health: An umbrella review and updated meta-analyses of observational evidence (open access) https://t.co/bQc0ZnBHKp

May 4, 2024 · 4 likes · 18,979 followers View post →