Metabolic health

Packaged foods are a routine part of daily life for many people, yet few stop to consider how the ingredients that extend shelf life may affect long-term health. Preservatives are added to prevent microbial growth, delay spoilage, and maintain color and texture, making them especially common in processed and ultra-processed foods. Over time, their widespread …

America faces a growing health crisis. Nearly 40 percent of the population now qualifies as obese, while obesity-related cancer deaths have tripled between 1999 and 2020. Fast food, processed meats, sugary drinks, and fried products dominate the national diet, earning the United States a reputation for having one of the worst eating patterns globally. But …