This study assessed associations between ultraprocessed food consumption and dietary
nutrient profile linked to obesity in children and adolescents in Argentina, Australia, Brazil …

A debate is ongoing on the significance and appropriateness of the NOVA classification as a
tool for categorizing foods based on their degree of processing. As such, the role of ultra …

Eating outside the three main meals–in other words, snacking–is a part of the dietary pattern
of individuals in all stages of life. The quality and pattern of snacking have an impact on …

Just for a moment, think of food or beverage products that are extensively marketed,
commonly consumed and widely liked by children. It is quite likely that the examples you are …

The increase in the availability of processed and ultra-processed foods has altered the
eating patterns of populations, and these foods constitute an exposure factor for the …

Obesity and overweight are a major public health problem globally. Diet quality is critical for
proper child development, and an unhealthy diet is a preventable risk factor for …

Background Diets with high proportions of foods high in fat, sugar, and/or salt (HFSS)
contribute to malnutrition and rising rates of childhood obesity, with effects throughout the life …

Physical activity (PA), body composition and sedentary behavior may affect the health of
children. Therefore, this study examined the effect of an educational hybrid physical …

Ultra-processed foods and drinks (UPF) are formulation of ingredients, mostly of exclusive
industrial use, that result from a series of industrial processes. They usually have a low …

Objective: To assess ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption and its socio-demographic,
psychosocial and behavioural correlates in a general population of Italian children …