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Immunity and Metabolism
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Immunity and Metabolism

In this week (22.5.24) Diabetes UK announced that there are now almost 168,000 people aged under 40 years in the UK who live with type 2 diabetes, an increase of more than 47,000 since 2016-17. Diagnoses up 39% in 6 years, with the condition fuelled by obesity, health inequalities and junk food – meaning ultra processed food. According to the report, the total cost associated with diabetes in the UK currently stands at £23.7 billion and is predicted to rise to £39.8 billion by 2035/6. To put this...
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A rationale for policy change, nudging and commercial regulation of ultra-processed foods
Brain Health Cardiovascular Health Lifestyle Medicine

A rationale for policy change, nudging and commercial regulation of ultra-processed foods

  Ultra-processed foods encompass a wide range of items, spanning from carbonated beverages to breakfast cereals and from pre-packaged snacks to cured meats. These products are notorious for their extensive use of additives, which are often detrimental to health. Among these additives are oils, fats, sugars, starches, and sodium, which not only diminish the nutritional value of the food but also pose potential health risks[1]. Additionally, emulsifiers such as carrageenan, mono- and diglycerides...
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