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VOL. 12, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Cardiovascular outcomes associated with ultraprocessed food consumption: An overview
Authors
Enakshi Raychowdhury, Aesha Samanta
Abstract
The global food environment has undergone rapid transformation with
increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs). These industrial
formulations are characterized by extensive processing, additives, refined
ingredients, and reduced nutritional quality. Emerging epidemiological and
clinical evidence links high UPF intake with adverse cardiometabolic outcomes,
including obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, coronary heart disease, stroke,
and cardiovascular mortality. This review summarizes current scientific
evidence regarding the association between ultra-processed food consumption and
cardiovascular health outcomes, explores biological mechanisms underlying these
associations, and discusses public health implications. Evidence from large
cohort studies and meta-analyses consistently demonstrates a positive
relationship between UPF consumption and cardiovascular disease (CVD) incidence
and mortality. Mechanisms involve inflammation, oxidative stress, endothelial
dysfunction, gut microbiome disruption, metabolic dysregulation, and excess
intake of sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats. Reduction of UPF consumption
represents a significant strategy for preventing cardiovascular diseases
worldwide.
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Pages:71-74
How to cite this article:
Enakshi Raychowdhury, Aesha Samanta "Cardiovascular outcomes associated with ultraprocessed food consumption: An overview". International Journal of Medical and Health Research, Vol 12, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 71-74
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