Ultra Processed Foods & Dietary Guidance: Where is the Research to Date? – Dr. Joanne Slavin Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast

The Ultra Processed Foods Debate: Are They Causing Negative Health Outcomes?
Research on ultra-processed foods (UPF) has greatly increased over the past few years as has media coverage on the topic. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) will address the scientific question: “What is the relationship between dietary patterns with varying amounts of ultra-processed foods and growth, body composition, and risk of obesity.”
Tune into this episode with Dr. Joanne Slavin to learn about:
·       The role of processed foods/food processing in the diet
·       Various definitions of UPF
·       DGAC’s process for addressing scientific questions
·       Why processing and UPF has emerged as an issue
·       Current, prominent research studies on UPF
·       Consumer attitudes and beliefs, realities of UPF in the diet
·       Expert recommendations for healthy dietary patterns
·       Food technology’s role in providing a nutritious, safe, sustainable food supply
·       Resources and references 
Full shownotes, transcript and resources at: https://soundbitesrd.com/261