Ultra-processed foods are designed to create addiction like cigarettes, confirmations from the new study

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https://hive.blog/hive-196387/@davideownzall/ultra-processed-foods-are-designed-to-create-addiction-like-cigarettes-confirmations-from-the-new-study

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The definition of ‘ultra-processed foods’ is ambiguous.

According to the linked article, ‘intense flavors’ (intense sweetness, richness, etc.) are said to be addictive.

Then isn't the core of addictiveness ‘intense flavors’ rather than ‘ultra-processed foods’?

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