Summary:
- The study found that people consumed about 500 more calories per day when eating ultra-processed foods compared to when they ate minimally processed foods.
- The study suggests that the increased calorie intake on the ultra-processed diet was not due to differences in macronutrients (protein, carbs, fat) but may be related to the processing itself.
- The findings highlight the potential health risks of ultra-processed foods and the importance of a diet focused on minimally processed, whole foods.