Ultra-processed foods may increase heart disease risk, new study finds
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Key Points:
- A new study published in JACC Advances confirms that consumption of ultra-processed foods is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, with the risk nearly doubling per serving among Black Americans compared to other ethnic groups.
- The study analyzed data from over 6,800 diverse adults aged 45 to 84 in the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA), tracking diet and cardiovascular health over approximately 12 years.
- Ultra-processed foods, which include items like chips, soda, and white bread, made up about 28% of participants' daily intake, and higher consumption correlated with a 67% increased likelihood of cardiovascular events.
- Researchers suggest that the stronger association in Black Americans may be due to systemic and structural
