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This cohort study of 22 475 men & women in Italy found that over an average 8.2y follow-up, that those whose diet was high in ultra-processed foods had a higher overall mortality rate. The risk was about 25% higher in the highest consumption of ultra-processed foods quartile versus the lowest quartile. Comment: Ultra-processed foods are industrial formulation foods. They include sugar sweetened beverages, packaged breads, cookies, many snacks, candy, ice cream, breakfast cereal, and pre-prepared frozen meals. Am J Clin Nutr . 2020 Dec 18;nqaa299.    (retrieved Dec, 2020). There are currently 1090 pearls in the database. While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, mistakes can and do occur. Use databank at your own risk. All pearls © 2024 by the Internet Medical Association. Click Here to view more medical pearls.