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Ultra-processed foods<\/u><\/a> (UPFs) have been in the spotlight in recent months, but an expert is warning that some warrant more scrutiny than others.<\/p>\n

UPFs are industrially manufactured and contain industrial oils and additives like emulsifiers and stabilizers. They’ve been associated in some studies with higher rates of obesity, metabolic disorders and heart disease.<\/p>\n

One study last year found that cutting out UPFs could double weight loss<\/a>, while another found that UPFs are linked to chronic diseases.<\/p>\n

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Eric Berg, a Florida chiropractor and health educator<\/a> known online as “the Knowledge Doc,” shared with Fox News Digital the five UPFs he believes are the most harmful.\u00a0<\/p>\n

While Berg is not a medical doctor, he frequently comments on nutrition and lifestyle topics for an audience of over 14.4 million YouTube subscribers. See the list below.<\/p>\n

Many commercial ketchups contain added sugars. When eaten frequently and in larger amounts, these may contribute to excess calorie intake, Berg said.<\/p>\n

He cited corn syrup as an especially concerning ingredient.<\/p>\n

“Even condiments like ketchup, when consumed regularly, can add up in sugar intake and potentially disrupt metabolic health,” Berg said.<\/p>\n

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The founder of the Berg Institute of Health & Wellness suggested checking labels and “opting for sugar-free or low-sugar alternatives.”<\/p>\n

Not all yogurts are created equal \u2014 and some of the “healthiest” ones in the dairy section may be packed with artificial ingredients.<\/p>\n

Added sugars, artificial sweeteners and stabilizers are all things to look out for, Berg said.<\/p>\n

He recommended choosing “plain, whole-food-based yogurts<\/a> and adding natural sweeteners or fresh fruit at home for a healthier option.”<\/p>\n

It’s worth noting that yogurt is considered otherwise healthy by other experts.<\/p>\n

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Daniel Rehal, founder of the yogurt-based probiotic supplement Zoguri, previously told Fox News Digital that dairy “becomes a true superfood when fermented with beneficial bacteria.”<\/p>\n

“Considering that up to 80% of your immune cells are in your gut, fermented dairy-based<\/u><\/a> probiotics become essential for both physical and mental wellness,” he said. “To me, that’s the definition of a superfood.”<\/p>\n

Nutrition experts generally say that the health impact of yogurt depends on sugar content, ingredients and portion size.<\/p>\n

Soda crackers<\/a> seem like a harmless snack, but Berg warned they’re packed with refined flours, added sugars and “unhealthy oils.”<\/p>\n

Those ingredients can contribute to blood sugar spikes in some people, particularly when consumed in refined, low-fiber forms.<\/p>\n

He recommended switching them out for whole food<\/a> alternatives that offer a salty crunch.<\/p>\n

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“Replacing soda crackers with options like almond crackers or homemade seed-based crisps can support better metabolic health and satiety,” Berg suggested.<\/p>\n

Perhaps the most obviously unhealthy UPF on the list, candy bars are filled with refined starches, seed oils and artificial additives, while offering very few nutrients.<\/p>\n

Nutrition experts generally caution that frequent consumption of candy bars \u2014 which are high in added sugars and refined ingredients \u2014 may negatively affect metabolic health over time.<\/p>\n

“Candy bars are more than just sugar,” Berg warned.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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“They’re a cocktail of refined starches, unhealthy oils and artificial additives that can harm metabolic and cardiovascular health.”<\/p>\n

Yes, ice cream<\/a> cones get a spot on this list \u2014 while ice cream does not.<\/p>\n

Factory-made cones can be just as concerning as ice cream, if not more so, due to “their ultra-processed nature,” said Berg.<\/p>\n

“These cones are typically made from refined flours, added sugars, unhealthy oils and a range of artificial additives, offering little nutritional value and potentially compounding the negative health effects when paired with commercial ice cream,” he said.<\/p>\n

“The combination of a highly processed cone and commercial ice cream can deliver a double dose of sugar, unhealthy fats and artificial ingredients.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Source – https:\/\/www.foxnews.com\/food-drink\/5-ultra-processed-foods-may-worse-your-health-than-you-think-expert-says <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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