"Deceptive Health Claims: Unmasking 5 Ultra-Processed Foods"

Many foods marketed as "healthy" are actually ultra-processed and can contain ingredients linked to weight gain and increased disease risks. However, dietitian Taylor Grasso suggests that these foods can still be included in a balanced diet if consumed in moderation. She recommends choosing protein bars with minimal ingredients, opting for low-sodium turkey or chicken sausages over highly processed vegetarian sausages, selecting salad kits with fewer additives, incorporating soy milk as it has a nutrient profile closest to cow's milk, and making or choosing trail mixes with less added sugar and salt. It's important to limit ultra-processed foods in favor of whole foods that provide more nutrients and fewer unnecessary ingredients.