Tag: ultra-processed foods

Paano Sinisira ng Ultra-Processed Foods ang Utak at Katawan

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) significantly harm brain health and metabolic function, altering brain structures linked to appetite and impulse control. Even individuals of normal weight experience adverse effects. UPF consumption leads to inflammation, increased blood sugar, and fat, creating a cycle of cravings and further brain damage. Reducing UPFs can improve overall health.

How Ultra-Processed Foods Alter the Brain and Fuel Disease—And How to Stop It

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

Recent research highlights the detrimental impact of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) on both metabolic health and brain structure, revealing that consumption may lead to obesity, inflammation, and structural brain changes even in individuals of normal weight. This creates a vicious cycle of overconsumption, impairing self-control and increasing disease risk.