Macro partitioning
Ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption in the UK has increased significantly over an 11-year period (2008-2018), while consumption of unprocessed/minimally processed foods has decreased, indicating a population-level shift toward processed diets.
Your diet has likely shifted towards more ultra-processed foods over the last decade, even if you don't feel it. To counter this, consciously increase your intake of unprocessed or minimally processed foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, as these are declining in the general population.
UPF consumption increased significantly (p<0.001) from 2008 to 2018, whereas consumption of unprocessed/minimally processed foods decreased significantly (p<0.001).
Why this rating
Large-scale, nationally representative cross-sectional data (NDNS) with robust statistical analysis, though observational.
Source
Trends in food consumption according to the degree of food processing among the UK population over 11 years
Mariana Ferreira Madruga et al. · British Journal Of Nutrition · 2022
DOI 10.1017/s0007114522003361
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