Some diet experts have been warning us off highly processed or ultra-processed food (UPF) for years, but this month the ...

A recent study highlights the concerning link between ultra-processed foods and eating behaviors in young adults. Here's what ...

Ultra-processed food makes up more than half of the food eaten in the United States. While some foods are fine in moderation, eating too much can affect your health. Here’s what you need to know about ...

Dr. Fang Fang Zhang, a cancer epidemiologist focused on nutrition, told USA TODAY the message to eat more whole or minimally ...

The 2026–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans prioritize protein and recommend reducing the intake of added sugars and ultra ...

Highly processed foods are bad for Americans, and the science is clear, notes guest columnist John P. Kirwan. But real reform ...

The new dietary guidelines call for prioritizing high-quality protein, healthy fats, fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

Washington just fired a warning shot at America’s pantry. The 2025–2030 U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, released ...

As the Trump administration looks to create a federal definition of ultra-processed foods, the question of the best way to differentiate products within a category that can lump packaged whole-wheat ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A new study suggests that ultra-processed foods are linked with higher bodily inflammation. Specifically, ...

A first-of-its-kind lawsuit from the city of San Francisco seeks to end advertising that misleads consumers about the health ...

The USDA first published guidance in 1980, then a food pyramid in 1992 and a 2011 "MyPlate" version. Here's how they stack up ...