We all know that ultraprocessed foods aren’t the healthiest choice, but not all ultraprocessed foods have the same impact on our health. It can depend on how much a food is processed and for what ...

Nutrition pros weigh in about the health pros and cons of processed meats like hot dogs, bacon, and deli meat. Processed meat refers to animal protein altered for flavor or preservation, including ...

A mother and daughter examine a food package while shopping. Health experts say understanding Nutrition Facts labels and ...

Processed meat refers to any meat which has been modified. Meat may be modified to improve its taste or extend the shelf life. Ways to do this include salting, curing, fermentation, and smoking, meats ...

A new review argues that processed meats deliver high-quality protein and key micronutrients, while claiming the health risks may be less clear-cut than many guidelines suggest. Review: Processed meat ...

Nearly half of Americans don’t realize processed meat is linked to a higher risk of colorectal cancer. Processed meats contain compounds formed during preservation and cooking that can damage DNA. The ...

You might want to rethink that charcuterie platter.

Despite the availability of many plant-based meat alternatives, plenty of Americans are still eating their fair share of beef, pork, chicken, and turkey, and a substantial quantity of that meat falls ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Nearly half of Americans don’t realize processed meat ...