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Did you guess it? Real food looks nothing like this. Ultra-processed foods are engineered with artificial flavors, textures, colors, and aromas to override your natural signals, making you eat more. They’re hyper-palatable, dissolve quickly, and provide no real nutrition, just addictive blends of starches and sugar. They’ve been linked to chronic disease and reduced lifespan. What can you do about it? Take the first step toward removing UPFs from your diet for good. Download my free mobile app that lets you scan the barcodes of packaged food items to uncover hidden ultra-processed ingredients instantly, linked in my bio. Follow @‌drericberg for more! #drberg #health #nutrition #ultraprocessedfood #processedfood
Did you guess it? Real food looks nothing like this. Ultra-processed foods are engineered with artificial flavors, textures, colors, and aromas to override your natural signals, making you eat more. They’re hyper-palatable, dissolve quickly, and provide no real nutrition, just addictive blends of starches and sugar. They’ve been linked to chronic disease and reduced lifespan. What can you do about it? Take the first step toward removing UPFs from your diet for good. Download my free mobile app that lets you scan the barcodes of packaged food items to uncover hidden ultra-processed ingredients instantly, linked in my bio. Follow @‌drericberg for more! #drberg #health #nutrition #ultraprocessedfood #processedfood
Did you guess it? Real food looks nothing like this. Ultra-processed foods are created with artificial flavors, textures, colors, and scents that hijack your natural hunger cues, pushing you to eat more. They’re hyper-palatable, dissolve quickly, and offer little to no real nutrition. Research has linked them to chronic disease and even shortened lifespan. So what can you do? Start by cutting UPFs out of your diet for good. Download my free mobile app, linked in my bio, to scan packaged foods and instantly uncover hidden ultra-processed ingredients. Follow @‌drericberg for more! #drberg #health #nutrition #ultraprocessedfood #processedfood
Did you guess it? Real food looks nothing like this. Ultra-processed foods are created with artificial flavors, textures, colors, and scents that hijack your natural hunger cues, pushing you to eat more. They’re hyper-palatable, dissolve quickly, and offer little to no real nutrition. Research has linked them to chronic disease and even shortened lifespan. So what can you do? Start by cutting UPFs out of your diet for good. Download my free mobile app, linked in my bio, to scan packaged foods and instantly uncover hidden ultra-processed ingredients. Follow @‌drericberg for more! #drberg #health #nutrition #ultraprocessedfood #processedfood
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Calling out Monster Beverage Corporation for the shocking ingredients used in their drinks which are clearly designed specifically to target teenagers! This is another example of Profit over People and it is not ok 🙅‍♀️ Research shows that teenagers In Ireland and the UK are significant consumers of energy drinks like Monster and being extremely high in sugar and caffeine, there is strong evidence that suggests these drinks lead to negative health effects, such as dehydration, anxiety, and insomnia. I’ve also had many dentists get in touch with me saying they are seeing severe tooth decay in teenagers who drink Monster regularly. This is not surprising considering this one can contains 52g sugar which is 13 teaspoons of sugar!! This amount of sugar in just ONE can is DOUBLE the recommended allowance of sugar for children PER DAY. So if they were to drink this one drink as well as foods which contain sugar throughout the day which would be highly likey, then their sugar intake would be dangerously high. And because these drinks are hyper palatable, teenagers can easily drink a lot in one go - they are not going to be leaving any left in the can put it that way! Not only does this particular flavour contain 52g sugar, it also contains artificial sweetener sucralose! Why is this necessary @monsterenergy ?? As well as preservatives, maltodextrin and artificial colour E129 also known as Allura Red AC which is regulated so they have to state the warning on the label that it can cause adverse effects in the attention and behaviour of children. Why use an ingredient that can have these effects in a product that is specifically marketed towards young people?! It is simply unethical and needs to change - and the government needs to impose regulation so that these drinks can not be sold to under 18’s. What are your thoughts? Do your kids want to drink Monster drinks? #ultraprocessedfood #energydrinks #readlabels #foodlabels
Calling out Monster Beverage Corporation for the shocking ingredients used in their drinks which are clearly designed specifically to target teenagers! This is another example of Profit over People and it is not ok 🙅‍♀️ Research shows that teenagers In Ireland and the UK are significant consumers of energy drinks like Monster and being extremely high in sugar and caffeine, there is strong evidence that suggests these drinks lead to negative health effects, such as dehydration, anxiety, and insomnia. I’ve also had many dentists get in touch with me saying they are seeing severe tooth decay in teenagers who drink Monster regularly. This is not surprising considering this one can contains 52g sugar which is 13 teaspoons of sugar!! This amount of sugar in just ONE can is DOUBLE the recommended allowance of sugar for children PER DAY. So if they were to drink this one drink as well as foods which contain sugar throughout the day which would be highly likey, then their sugar intake would be dangerously high. And because these drinks are hyper palatable, teenagers can easily drink a lot in one go - they are not going to be leaving any left in the can put it that way! Not only does this particular flavour contain 52g sugar, it also contains artificial sweetener sucralose! Why is this necessary @monsterenergy ?? As well as preservatives, maltodextrin and artificial colour E129 also known as Allura Red AC which is regulated so they have to state the warning on the label that it can cause adverse effects in the attention and behaviour of children. Why use an ingredient that can have these effects in a product that is specifically marketed towards young people?! It is simply unethical and needs to change - and the government needs to impose regulation so that these drinks can not be sold to under 18’s. What are your thoughts? Do your kids want to drink Monster drinks? #ultraprocessedfood #energydrinks #readlabels #foodlabels
Comment LABELS below to grab my Label Reading Masterclass 🤓 learn now to make better choices in your kitchen 💁🏼‍♀️ and hit follow @‌danni.duncan_ for more content like this You may not realise it but ultra processed foods are literally EVERYWHERE 😵‍💫 Emulsifiers, thickeners, preservatives, additives, flavours and colours all impact your gut microbiome and in turn your brain. Disruption of your gut microbiome means a compromised immune system (wonder why your kids alway get sick) as well as opening up the increases the risk of chronic disease and cancers - especially bowel cancer. Flavours and colours especially have been linked to behaviour changes in children, increasing hyperactivity and ADHD type symptoms as well as interruption in sleep, concentration, irritability and emotional regulation. While these additives have to be GRAS (generally regarded as safe) in the serving on the packet - most people - especially kids are having multiple ultra processed foods a day meaning their safe levels are exceeded very quickly over the course of a day. If you are serious about living a long and healthy life - free from disease and mental health issues - removing as many ultra processed foods from your diet is key. Turn the packet over. Check what’s in the food your eating. and if you don’t recognise an ingredient you could use in your kitchen -best to find an alternative. Remember - one day at a time - you don’t have to change everything at once. 80-90% whole foods is the way to go! Comment LABELS below or if you’re keen to learn more on a bigger scale - my group coaching the Vitality Project next intake is the 1st of the month. Comment READY below . . . . #ultraprocessedfood #bowelcancer #chronicdisease #nutritioncoach #fatlosscoach PMC11203549 PMID: 38928929 https://doi.org/10.1038/s42003-024-06224-3
Comment LABELS below to grab my Label Reading Masterclass 🤓 learn now to make better choices in your kitchen 💁🏼‍♀️ and hit follow @‌danni.duncan_ for more content like this You may not realise it but ultra processed foods are literally EVERYWHERE 😵‍💫 Emulsifiers, thickeners, preservatives, additives, flavours and colours all impact your gut microbiome and in turn your brain. Disruption of your gut microbiome means a compromised immune system (wonder why your kids alway get sick) as well as opening up the increases the risk of chronic disease and cancers - especially bowel cancer. Flavours and colours especially have been linked to behaviour changes in children, increasing hyperactivity and ADHD type symptoms as well as interruption in sleep, concentration, irritability and emotional regulation. While these additives have to be GRAS (generally regarded as safe) in the serving on the packet - most people - especially kids are having multiple ultra processed foods a day meaning their safe levels are exceeded very quickly over the course of a day. If you are serious about living a long and healthy life - free from disease and mental health issues - removing as many ultra processed foods from your diet is key. Turn the packet over. Check what’s in the food your eating. and if you don’t recognise an ingredient you could use in your kitchen -best to find an alternative. Remember - one day at a time - you don’t have to change everything at once. 80-90% whole foods is the way to go! Comment LABELS below or if you’re keen to learn more on a bigger scale - my group coaching the Vitality Project next intake is the 1st of the month. Comment READY below . . . . #ultraprocessedfood #bowelcancer #chronicdisease #nutritioncoach #fatlosscoach PMC11203549 PMID: 38928929 https://doi.org/10.1038/s42003-024-06224-3
Did you guess it? Real food looks nothing like this. Ultra-processed foods are created with artificial flavors, textures, colors, and scents that hijack your natural hunger cues, pushing you to eat more. They’re hyper-palatable, dissolve quickly, and offer little to no real nutrition. Research has linked them to chronic disease and even shortened lifespan. If you found this information helpful, don’t forget to share it with someone who might benefit from it too. Comment TIME below and l’ll send you my free daily routine checklist that helps me feel 18 at age 60, straight to your DMs. Follow @drbergdaily for more! #drberg #health #nutrition #ultraprocessedfood
Did you guess it? Real food looks nothing like this. Ultra-processed foods are created with artificial flavors, textures, colors, and scents that hijack your natural hunger cues, pushing you to eat more. They’re hyper-palatable, dissolve quickly, and offer little to no real nutrition. Research has linked them to chronic disease and even shortened lifespan. If you found this information helpful, don’t forget to share it with someone who might benefit from it too. Comment TIME below and l’ll send you my free daily routine checklist that helps me feel 18 at age 60, straight to your DMs. Follow @drbergdaily for more! #drberg #health #nutrition #ultraprocessedfood
Aspartame? Ultra-processed foods? Alcohol? You’ve heard the headlines – now let’s break down the actual science. In this solosode episode of my Boundless Life podcast, I unpack some of the most controversial everyday indulgences, from Diet Coke and artificial sweeteners to the role of alcohol in sleep disruption and cancer risk. Are the alarmist headlines justified, or are you okay to indulge in your favorite beverage every once in a while? 📌 Does Diet Coke actually cause heart disease? The research is more nuanced than you think. I dive into the data and share my own experience with it. 📌 Ultra-processed foods: Why they lead to overeating, muscle quality decline, and metabolic dysfunction (and how to shop smarter). 📌 Alcohol & sleep: A glass of wine vs. binge drinking… Where's the real problem? The latest research shows just how much alcohol starts to impact REM sleep and recovery. 📌 Moderation vs. fearmongering: The key to navigating modern food choices without unnecessary restrictions. This episode isn’t about telling you to quit everything you enjoy… It's about understanding the science so you can make informed, intentional choices - and I think you’ll be surprised by some of my takes on these controversial ingredients. Listen to the full episode now – comment “INDULGE” below and I’ll send you a link to check out the full episode. And if you want to catch this podcast AD-FREE, head over to @GoLifeNetwork at the link in my bio to get access to loads of ad-free podcast episodes just like this one, not to mention a full wellness community! Special thanks to my podcast sponsors for their help in making today’s episode possible. Don’t forget to take a look at their discounts in the show notes: @beamminerals @calroyhealthsciences @wearpeluva @helixsleep @ancientcrunch #BenGreenfield #BenGreenfieldLife #Boundless #Biohacking #Aspartame #UltraProcessedFood #AlcoholAndHealth #NutritionScience #HealthOptimization #BoundlessLife
Aspartame? Ultra-processed foods? Alcohol? You’ve heard the headlines – now let’s break down the actual science. In this solosode episode of my Boundless Life podcast, I unpack some of the most controversial everyday indulgences, from Diet Coke and artificial sweeteners to the role of alcohol in sleep disruption and cancer risk. Are the alarmist headlines justified, or are you okay to indulge in your favorite beverage every once in a while? 📌 Does Diet Coke actually cause heart disease? The research is more nuanced than you think. I dive into the data and share my own experience with it. 📌 Ultra-processed foods: Why they lead to overeating, muscle quality decline, and metabolic dysfunction (and how to shop smarter). 📌 Alcohol & sleep: A glass of wine vs. binge drinking… Where's the real problem? The latest research shows just how much alcohol starts to impact REM sleep and recovery. 📌 Moderation vs. fearmongering: The key to navigating modern food choices without unnecessary restrictions. This episode isn’t about telling you to quit everything you enjoy… It's about understanding the science so you can make informed, intentional choices - and I think you’ll be surprised by some of my takes on these controversial ingredients. Listen to the full episode now – comment “INDULGE” below and I’ll send you a link to check out the full episode. And if you want to catch this podcast AD-FREE, head over to @GoLifeNetwork at the link in my bio to get access to loads of ad-free podcast episodes just like this one, not to mention a full wellness community! Special thanks to my podcast sponsors for their help in making today’s episode possible. Don’t forget to take a look at their discounts in the show notes: @beamminerals @calroyhealthsciences @wearpeluva @helixsleep @ancientcrunch #BenGreenfield #BenGreenfieldLife #Boundless #Biohacking #Aspartame #UltraProcessedFood #AlcoholAndHealth #NutritionScience #HealthOptimization #BoundlessLife
ThAt ‘HeAlThY’ sNaCk YoU eAt IsN’t wHaT yOu tHiNk…” Ultra processed foods aren’t just about calories, they mess with your hunger, cravings, and energy. The less you rely on them, the faster your body changes. #weightloss #ultraprocessedfood #pmacfitness
ThAt ‘HeAlThY’ sNaCk YoU eAt IsN’t wHaT yOu tHiNk…” Ultra processed foods aren’t just about calories, they mess with your hunger, cravings, and energy. The less you rely on them, the faster your body changes. #weightloss #ultraprocessedfood #pmacfitness
Would you still eat this after seeing how it's made? This isn’t real food. Ultra-processed foods are made with artificial flavors, textures, colors, and scents that disrupt your natural hunger signals and make you eat more. They’re extremely palatable, break down quickly, and provide little to no real nutrition. Studies have connected them to chronic illness and even a shorter lifespan. What can you do? Begin by removing UPFs from your diet for good. Download my free mobile app, linked in my bio, to scan packaged foods and instantly identify hidden ultra-processed ingredients. If you found this information helpful, don’t forget to share it with someone who might benefit from it too. Follow @‌drericberg for more! #drberg #health #nutrition #ultraprocessedfood #processedfood
Would you still eat this after seeing how it's made? This isn’t real food. Ultra-processed foods are made with artificial flavors, textures, colors, and scents that disrupt your natural hunger signals and make you eat more. They’re extremely palatable, break down quickly, and provide little to no real nutrition. Studies have connected them to chronic illness and even a shorter lifespan. What can you do? Begin by removing UPFs from your diet for good. Download my free mobile app, linked in my bio, to scan packaged foods and instantly identify hidden ultra-processed ingredients. If you found this information helpful, don’t forget to share it with someone who might benefit from it too. Follow @‌drericberg for more! #drberg #health #nutrition #ultraprocessedfood #processedfood
❓What is the PROBLEM with ultra processed foods for our kids???⬇️💥 Today on my podcast - How to Feed - I talk @dr.fede.amati & @tim.spector from @zoe 🎧This is a conversation that really need to be had… An explanation about why UPFs are problematic in the first place… 🤷🏼‍♀️And what we can do about it… 👍🏽Interestingly, these guys talk about something that Zoe is developing to try and help choosing UPF more realistic for everyone, including parents! 👋If you’re interested in feeding your kids well, cutting back on ultra processed foods but also still having some realism when it comes to feeding your kids…listen to this episode TODAY! 🤩Access wherever you get your podcasts - Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc. 💥Pop any questions you still have below & I’ll help answer them! Charlotte xXx #howtofeed #newpodcast #healthykids #zoe #upf #ultraprocessedfood #kidsfood
❓What is the PROBLEM with ultra processed foods for our kids???⬇️💥 Today on my podcast - How to Feed - I talk @dr.fede.amati & @tim.spector from @zoe 🎧This is a conversation that really need to be had… An explanation about why UPFs are problematic in the first place… 🤷🏼‍♀️And what we can do about it… 👍🏽Interestingly, these guys talk about something that Zoe is developing to try and help choosing UPF more realistic for everyone, including parents! 👋If you’re interested in feeding your kids well, cutting back on ultra processed foods but also still having some realism when it comes to feeding your kids…listen to this episode TODAY! 🤩Access wherever you get your podcasts - Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc. 💥Pop any questions you still have below & I’ll help answer them! Charlotte xXx #howtofeed #newpodcast #healthykids #zoe #upf #ultraprocessedfood #kidsfood
We have normalized eating dessert for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The “Average American Diet” has become a non-stop cycle of cakes, processed meats, and sugar-laden spreads that keep the body in a state of constant inflammation. Starting your day with cake and chocolate spreads isn’t fuel—it’s a metabolic disaster that spikes your insulin before your day even begins. When your diet is 90% refined flour and sugar, your brain stays in a “hunger loop,” forcing you to reach for the next muffin or burger just to survive the crash. This isn’t just “food”; it’s a high speed lane toward chronic disease, brain fog, and a broken metabolism. Every day you treat your body like a trash can for processed snacks, you are suffocating your cells and inviting long term illness to take root. You need to clean your system and reset your biological foundation by purging the “edible food like substances” and returning to real nutrition. 👇 Comment “HEALTH” and I’ll DM you the full protocol to detox your system and break the addiction to the standard American diet. Follow @detoxtransformation for more . . . . . . . #StandardAmericanDiet #SugarAddiction #MetabolicHealth #CleanEating #UltraProcessedFood
We have normalized eating dessert for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The “Average American Diet” has become a non-stop cycle of cakes, processed meats, and sugar-laden spreads that keep the body in a state of constant inflammation. Starting your day with cake and chocolate spreads isn’t fuel—it’s a metabolic disaster that spikes your insulin before your day even begins. When your diet is 90% refined flour and sugar, your brain stays in a “hunger loop,” forcing you to reach for the next muffin or burger just to survive the crash. This isn’t just “food”; it’s a high speed lane toward chronic disease, brain fog, and a broken metabolism. Every day you treat your body like a trash can for processed snacks, you are suffocating your cells and inviting long term illness to take root. You need to clean your system and reset your biological foundation by purging the “edible food like substances” and returning to real nutrition. 👇 Comment “HEALTH” and I’ll DM you the full protocol to detox your system and break the addiction to the standard American diet. Follow @detoxtransformation for more . . . . . . . #StandardAmericanDiet #SugarAddiction #MetabolicHealth #CleanEating #UltraProcessedFood
MAKE MINIMALLY PROCESSED FOOD FAMOUS 🥕 🥩 🥚 🍅 @robhobsonnutritionist's top three minimally processed foods are great ways to start getting more whole foods into your diet. They're cheap, versatile and packed full of nutrients. UK diets are totally dominated by #UltraProcessedFood - it makes up over 50% of what we eat. #UPFs have many key nutrients stripped out, and even have the potential to be addictive. By eating more whole and minimally processed foods wherever we can, we're prioritising our health. We want whole and minimally processed foods to be affordable and available to everyone. 🔗 Learn more in the link in our bio
MAKE MINIMALLY PROCESSED FOOD FAMOUS 🥕 🥩 🥚 🍅 @robhobsonnutritionist's top three minimally processed foods are great ways to start getting more whole foods into your diet. They're cheap, versatile and packed full of nutrients. UK diets are totally dominated by #UltraProcessedFood - it makes up over 50% of what we eat. #UPFs have many key nutrients stripped out, and even have the potential to be addictive. By eating more whole and minimally processed foods wherever we can, we're prioritising our health. We want whole and minimally processed foods to be affordable and available to everyone. 🔗 Learn more in the link in our bio
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