This Food Increases Heart Disease Risk by 47%

Recent research highlights a concerning connection between the consumption of ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of heart disease. Senior study author Dr. Charles H. Hennekens provided insights in a news release, stating, “Our study, which included a large, nationally representative sample of 4,787 U.S. adults, reveals that individuals with the highest consumption of ultra-processed foods experience a statistically significant and clinically relevant 47% higher risk of cardiovascular disease.”