We investigate the ultra-processed food industry, its products and their health risks.

We have co-authored 16 academic studies about how the food industry shapes science, policy and public opinion.

Key Content

Our fact sheets on ultra-processed foods:

Overview: Ultra-processed foods tied to cancer, diabetes, dementia, depression, early death, and more

Ultra-processed foods and early death

Ultra-processed foods: increased risk of cancer

Ultra-processed foods: obesity and weight gain

Ultra-processed foods linked to increased risk of Type 2 diabetes

Ultra-processed foods: increased risk of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease

Ultra-processed foods: increased risk of depression and anxiety

Ultra-processed foods increase risk of cardiovascular disease

Some ultra-processed foods are as addictive as cigarettes and cocaine