A new study shows that very processed foods can really lower how long we live. The research, led by Erikka Loftfield at the National Cancer Institute, looked at the eating habits of more than 540,000 older people for 23 years. They found that foods like hot dogs, fizzy drinks, and cheeseburgers can take away important time from our lifespans. Nutrition expert Luis Zamora warned that even drinks without sugar link to noticeable increases in the chance of dying early.
Just eating one hot dog can shorten your life by 36 minutes.
Sugar-free fizzy drinks can take away 12 minutes.
The study counted the risks by showing how many healthy life minutes each serving lost. Processed meats and fizzy drinks were found to be the biggest problems, with cheeseburgers and bacon also connected to shorter lives.
Processed foods keep increasing the risk of dying over a 23-year period of watching people. Erikka Loftfield, National Cancer Institute
The findings shared at the Nutrition 2024 summit back up the current advice on what to eat. The study’s results strongly suggest people should think carefully about eating processed foods if they want to stay healthy and live longer.
Conclusion
Recap of Key Points: A recent study shows that processed foods can link to shorter lifespans. Foods like cheeseburgers and bacon are not just tasty but can also be risky!
Final Thoughts: Who knew that enjoying a fizzy drink could take 12 minutes off your life? It’s a wake-up call for all of us!
Call to Action: Let’s make healthier choices together! Consider filling your plate with more fruits and veggies. Let’s live longer and feel great!
