Date: September 15, 2026ltra-processed foods was linked to greater fat buildup inside thigh muscles, according to MRI scans of 615 adults at risk for knee osteoarthritis. Surprisingly, the association remained even after researchers accounted for calorie intake, physical activity, and other factors. Fatty changes in these muscles may weaken support around the knee and potentially…
Ultra-processed foods are associated with cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. Yet while some foods do increase your chance of developing these diseases, not all processed foods are as bad for you as you might think.
