Ultra-processed food raises risk of heart attack and stroke, two studies show

Ultra-processed food significantly raises the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, heart attacks and strokes, according to two studies that one expert says should serve as a wake-up call for governments worldwide. Global consumption of heavily processed items such as cereals, protein bars, fizzy drinks, ready meals and fast food has soared in recent years. In the UK and US, well over half the average diet now consists of ultra-processed food (UPF). For some, especially people who are younger, poorer or from disadvantaged areas, a diet comprising as much as 80% UPF is typical.

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stroke 中风

cereal 谷类食物（谷物女神刻瑞斯ceres）

protein 蛋白质【医】

fizzy 嘶嘶作响的；起泡沫的；fizzy drink 碳酸饮料

meal 进餐；一餐

compirse 包含