03/23/2026
A new study from Tulane University is shedding light on yet another reason to limit ultra-processed foods.
Researchers found that for every 3.7 extra servings consumed per day (think a frozen dinner, a cookie, and a soda) the risk of hip fracture increased by 10.5%!
The study, which followed over 160,000 participants for more than 12 years, also found that high intake of ultra-processed foods was linked to lower bone mineral density in key areas like the upper femur and lumbar spine.
Ultra-processed foods already make up roughly 55% of daily calories for American adults and youth. Small, consistent changes, like swapping packaged snacks for whole foods, can make a real difference for your long-term bone health.
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