Dr Megan Rossi, known as The Gut Health Doctor, has shared her concerns over ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the impact they could be having on the nation's health
A leading nutritional expert has sounded the alarm on the dangers of a poor diet. Dr Megan Rossi, also known as The Gut Health Doctor, has raised concerns about ultra-processed foods and their potential impact on the nation's health.
"Did you know that UPF currently makes up over two-thirds of the average UK teenager's daily calories, nearly half of a UK toddler's daily intake, and about 50 per cent of total energy intake across the UK. The NHS defines processed food as any food or drink that has been altered in some way during its creation or preparation. Ultra-processed foods often contain ingredients you wouldn't typically find in your kitchen, like preservatives, sweeteners and emulsifiers.
"My rule of 'more than 2' exists because many packaged foods will contain a preservative in them. Many of these are unfamiliar in your kitchen and can sound intimidating, but they're generally fine. For example, you might see ascorbic acid added to sauces, which is actually just vitamin C, and calcium propionate added to pitta bread, which is naturally found in certain cheeses.
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