MAHA Report reaction: Ultraprocessed foods — ‘something inherently different’ than natural foods

Some view ultraprocessed foods as simply the next evolution of freeze-drying, salting, or other methods people have used for decades or centuries to preserve foods. But they are fundamentally different, with different consequences for human health, said Michael S. Fenster, MD, FACC, FSCA&I, FRSM, MIANE, PEMBA. He is known as Chef Dr. Mike, a cardiologist, professor of culinary medicine, trained chef and author of several books on healthy foods and eating.