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Food, Health & Nutrition

Evidence-based nutrition, recipe-tested meals, and seasonal cooking inspiration from our editorial team.

Ultra-Processed Food and the Hidden Fat Inside MuscleHealth

Ultra-Processed Food and the Hidden Fat Inside Muscle

A 2026 MRI study found ultra-processed food linked to intramuscular fat in thigh muscles, even after controlling for calories. Here is what the evidence says.

22 September 2026READ →

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