Ultra-Processed Foods Share Characteristics with Addictive Substances, Warrant Regulation: Study

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) share characteristics with addictive substances and warrant regulation due to their potential for compulsive use, a new study has claimed.The research was conducted by a team of scientists from Harvard University, theUniversity of Michigan, and Duke University.They found that both UPFs and cigarettes are engineered to encourage addiction and consumption, resulting in significant public health risks.