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Refined sugar is a primary component of the Western diet, as evidenced by its frequent inclusion in processed foods [1], [2], [3], and [4]. Its consumption is a defining characteristic that distinguishes the modern Western diet from pre-agricultural diets [5] and is linked to the health implications associated with this dietary pattern [6], [7].
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Research reveals devastating impact of Western diet on human health news-medical.net 2 facts
claimThe frequent consumption of saturated fats, processed foods, and refined sugars, which are major components of the Western diet, is associated with persistent low-grade inflammation.
claimPre-agricultural human diets were completely devoid of dairy products, alcohol, refined oils, refined sugars, and cereals, which are now major components of the modern Western diet.
The Western Diet: Processed Foods and Meats Are Killing Us sentientmedia.org 1 fact
claimThe Western Diet consists of highly processed foods that are typically high in saturated fats and refined sugars.
Western pattern diet - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org 1 fact
claimThe modern Western diet emerged after the Industrial Revolution, which introduced new food processing methods including the addition of cereals, refined sugars, and refined vegetable oils, while also increasing the fat content of domesticated meats.
Implications of the Western Diet for Agricultural Production, Health ... frontiersin.org 1 fact
claimThe Western diet, which is characterized by a high consumption of processed foods, refined sugar, fats, and flours, has negative implications for human health, agricultural production, and the environment.
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claimThe modern Western diet is characterized by high consumption of red meat, saturated fats, and refined sugars.
Study Finds Western Diets Are Harming Global Health with High ... youtube.com 1 fact
claimWestern diets are characterized by the increased consumption of processed food products that are high in refined sugars and fats.