European scientists have issued a clinical consensus statement urging medical professionals to warn patients about the cardiovascular dangers of ultra-processed foods. The statement, published in the European Heart Journal on May 6, reviewed existing research and found consistent associations between high consumption of ultra-processed foods and elevated risks for obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. According to the statement, doctors should discuss these risks with patients, particularly those already at risk for cardiovascular conditions. The scientists noted that most dietary guidelines focus on nutrients rather than food processing levels, leaving a gap in patient education.
Study Details and Findings
The consensus statement was produced by the European Society of Cardiology’s Council for Cardiology Practice and the European Association of Preventive Cardiology, along with a group of topic experts. The authors analyzed published studies on ultra-processed food consumption and cardiovascular health. A 2024 systematic review of nearly 10 million participants, published in The BMJ, confirmed that higher consumption of ultra-processed foods was directly associated with increased risk for obesity, heart disease, cancer, cognitive decline and premature death, according to a report from Children’s Health Defense [1].
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