Ultra-Processed People: The Science Behind Food That Isn't Food

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023

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Cormeciogenic

“Cormeciogenic” is a term coined by van Tulleken to describe diseases caused primarily by commercial and economic systems. Van Tulleken regards obesity as cormeciogenic and believes that UPF production, marketing, and distribution are responsible for its prevalence.

Diabetes (Type 2)

Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disease linked to obesity caused by elevated levels of blood sugar.

Emulsifiers

Emulsifiers are substances commonly used in the production of UPF to bind together different ingredients and fluids. Emulsifiers have been linked to damage to the human microbiome.