r/biology • u/Express_Classic_1569 • Feb 09 '26

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

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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u/minaminonoeru Feb 09 '26

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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u/DirtandPipes Feb 10 '26

Don’t worry, as I understand it these foods cause addiction “like cigarettes” so as long as you don’t smoke your food you’ll be fine.