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Bite by Bite: Nutrition for LifeAuthor: Purdue University Extension - Health & Human Sciences
Welcome to Bite by Bite: Nutrition for Life. A broadcast of Purdue University Extension, where we cut through the hype, explore the science behind food & nutrition, and provide practical tips for incorporating healthful strategies into everyday life. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ultra Processed Foods; Should we really be worried?
Wednesday, 23 September, 2026
Ultra-processed foods have become one of nutrition’s hottest topics. But does being “ultra-processed” automatically make a food unhealthy? Monica and dietetic intern Aden Van Cleef break down the NOVA classification system, what the research actually tells us, and why foods within the same category can have very different nutritional profiles. They also discuss the important roles that convenience, cost, shelf life, time, and access to cooking equipment play in our food choices. Instead of putting foods on trial based solely on processing, this episode takes a look at the bigger picture of nutrition.PMID: 36854188PMID: 42233207PMID: 38245358Eatrightpro.org. Accessed September 8, 2026. https://www.eatrightpro.org/news-center/practice-trends/examining-the-nova-food-classification-system-and-healthfulness-of-ultra-processed-foods.
