Long-term trends and patterns in ultra-processed food consumption among Korean adults from 1998 to 2022.

ABSTRACT: Ultra-processed foods are linked to adverse health outcomes, making it crucial to monitor consumption trends. Despite rising consumption due to Westernized diets in Asia, long-term studies targeting Asian adults are lacking. Thus, we analyzed ultra-processed food consumption trends among Korean adults from 1998 to 2022. Additionally, we compared intakes before and during the pandemic to evaluate the potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, we compared the nutrient profiles of ultra-processed and non-ultra-processed food group intakes. This study used data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES) from 1998 to 2022, classifying food into four NOVA groups. Dietary intake was assessed In 2020-2022, ultra-processed foods had a higher proportion us

SUBMITTER: Lee H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11790960 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature