- Processed meat, SSBs, and trans fats increase chronic disease risks.
- Strongest link: processed meat and type 2 diabetes (30% risk increase at 50 g/day).
- SSBs linked to an 8% increase in diabetes risk.
- Trans fats correlated with a 3% increase in IHD risk.
- Low intake levels also show increased risk.
- Recommendations include reducing intake of harmful foods.
- WHO suggests eliminating industrial trans fats and sugar taxes.
- Further research needed for dietary guidelines.
Source: nature medicine