Beyond the Hype: Nutritionists Unpack the True Link Between Ultra-Processed Foods and Cancer Risk in 2026
Nutrition experts in 2026 clarify that the link between ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and cancer risk is complex, not a direct cause-and-effect. Excessive UPF consumption can create a biological environment within the body more susceptible to cancer development through chronic inflammation and gut microbiome disruption.