Health and Fitness

Ultra-processed food consumption and obesity in the Australian adult population

P. P. Machado, E. M. Steele, et al.

This fascinating study reveals a strong connection between ultra-processed food consumption and obesity in Australian adults, showing consistent results across various age and activity levels. Conducted by a team of experts including Priscila Pereira Machado and Eurídice Martinez Steele, it underscores an important health concern in our society.

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Abstract

This study explored the association between ultra-processed food consumption and obesity among Australian adults, stratifying by age, sex, and physical activity. A cross-sectional analysis of 7411 Australians (≥20 years) from the 2011–2012 National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey was conducted. The NOVA system classified food consumption from 24-h recalls. Results showed significant dose-response associations between ultra-processed food consumption and obesity indicators (BMI, waist circumference, obesity prevalence, abdominal obesity prevalence). These associations persisted across subgroups. The findings support the link between ultra-processed food consumption and obesity in Australia.

Publisher

Nutrition and Diabetes

Published On

Dec 05, 2020

Authors

Priscila Pereira Machado, Eurídice Martinez Steele, Renata Bertazzi Levy, Maria Laura da Costa Louzada, Anna Rangan, Julie Woods, Timothy Gill, Gyorgy Scrinis, Carlos Augusto Monteiro

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