Did you know that the average American diet comprises 60% of ultra-processed foods? You know, processed foods are made irresistible by sugar, fat, and salt. Let’s examine the question: what does processed food do to the body?

Most of the food we eat today, processed in some way. Some foods have ingredients added, some fortified to add nutrients, many prepared for convenience, and some packaged to last longer or be food-safe.
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