Here’s why simplistically demonizing ultra-processed foods is shortsighted
Here’s why simplistically demonizing ultra-processed foods is shortsighted
Sylvain Charlebois | Saskatoon Star Phoenix | January 20, 2025
The resurgence of rhetoric around the food industry “feeding us poison,” spurred by figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (and the potential return of Donald Trump), signals a renewed politicization of ultra-processed foods.
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Critics of food processing often fail to appreciate its role in modern society. Demonizing ultra-processed foods as inherently harmful ignores the historical and ongoing benefits of food processing.
It is essential to recognize that processing itself is not the enemy; rather, it is excessive consumption of certain products that poses risks. By focusing on responsible consumption and innovation, the food industry can continue to meet the evolving needs of society.
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