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How ultra-processed foods may damage your long-term brain health

How ultra-processed foods may damage your long-term brain health
New Scientist Monday 27 July 2026, 08:00 UTC By Helen Thomson 1 min read
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An increasing number of studies have linked ultra-processed foods with depression, anxiety and even dementia. Columnist Helen Thomson explores how strong the evidence is for the brain effects of a diet full of these foods

An increasing number of studies have linked ultra-processed foods with depression, anxiety and even dementia. Columnist Helen Thomson explores how strong the evidence is for the brain effects of a diet full of these foods
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