Ultra-processed food intake and its association with obesity risk factors, Mediterranean diet, and nutrient intake of adults
Higher UPF consumption is associated with obesity in Saudi adults. Further studies, including intervention trials, are essential to clarify the relationship between UPF intake and health outcomes. Policymakers should promote the consumption of unprocessed or minimally processed foods while limiting UPF intake.
Authors
- Noha M. Almoraie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2212-1255)
- Wajd D. Alomari
Institutions
- King Abdulaziz University (SA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Nutrition
- Published
- 2025-07-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2025.1577431
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 3.76