Manuscript title: Ultra-processed food consumption in UK adolescents: distribution, trends, and sociodemographic correlates using the National Diet and Nutrition Survey 2008/09 to 2018/19
Abstract:Background The consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPF) has been proposed as a key driver of the global rise in non-communicable diseases. Evidence from several countries suggests that adolescents are the highest consumers. This study examined UPF consumption in a representative sample of UK adolescents. Methods We used data from 4-day food diaries from adolescents (11-18y) in the UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey (2008/09-2018/19) (n=3,270). UPF were identified using the NOVA classification. We estimate… Show more
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