John

John is a health journalist with a focus on medical research and its impact on public health. He has written extensively about the effects of ultraprocessed foods on gut health and the rising prevalence of noncommunicable diseases related to diet. His work often cites emerging studies in the field, highlighting potential risks and offering practical advice for readers to make informed choices about their diets.

Biography:  https://www.medscape.com/features/slideshow/influential-physicians-part-1

80%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

100%

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Conflicts of Interest

100%

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No current examples available.

Contradictions

95%

Examples:

  • Certain UPFs are associated with an increased risk for type 2 diabetes and may make people susceptible to related GI conditions, such as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD).
  • Children who consume high levels of UPFs have significant alterations in their metabolome, potentially leaving them vulnerable to poorer metabolic health and increased risk for overweight/obesity.
  • Consumption of UPFs is highest in the United States and the United Kingdom.
  • Emerging evidence suggests that greater UPF consumption can increase the risk for several noncommunicable diseases, including overweight/obesity, type 2 diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and certain types of cancer.
  • Higher UPF consumption appears to increase the risk for Crohn's disease more than ulcerative colitis.
  • The prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has increased over the past decade, with UPF consumption identified as one of the potential causes.
  • UPF consumption may also worsen symptoms in those who already have established IBD.
  • UPFs have become increasingly dominant in modern food production.

Deceptions

35%

Examples:

  • The term UPF was introduced in 2009 by Brazilian nutritionist Carlos Monteiro.

Recent Articles

New 30-Year Study: Limiting Consumption of Processed Meats, Sugary Foods and Drinks Linked to Lower Risk of Death

New 30-Year Study: Limiting Consumption of Processed Meats, Sugary Foods and Drinks Linked to Lower Risk of Death

Broke On: Wednesday, 08 May 2024 A 30-year study of over 100,000 adults reveals that high consumption of ultra-processed foods like processed meats, sugary drinks, and dairy-based desserts increases mortality risk by 4%, with a higher risk (9%) for neurodegenerative deaths. A healthy diet rich in whole foods is key to reducing death risk. Previous research links ultra-processed diets to 32 damaging health outcomes, including cancer, heart and lung conditions, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and early death.