UPF

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Absolutely! Biscuits (cookies in some countries) are definitely ultra-processed foods in most commercial forms.

• Why: They often contain refined flour, sugar, hydrogenated oils, flavorings, emulsifiers, and preservatives—all hallmarks of ultra-processing.

• Health note: Frequent consumption is linked to high sugar intake, trans fats, and low fiber content, contributing to obesity, diabetes, and heart disease risks.

In fact, biscuits could easily slot into the #8 spot from the list I gave earlier (packaged baked goods).

If you want, I can make an updated “Top 10 ultra-processed foods including biscuits” list with a health-impact note for each. Do you want me to do that?

Here’s a list of 10 of the most commonly consumed ultra-processed foods globally:

1. Sugary soft drinks – sodas, cola, energy drinks.

2. Packaged snacks – chips, cheese puffs, extruded crisps.

3. Instant noodles & pasta – flavored, pre-cooked versions.

4. Sweetened breakfast cereals – highly refined, sugary cereals.

5. Fast food burgers & fried items – McDonald’s-style meals, fried chicken.

6. Processed meats – hot dogs, sausages, salami, deli meats.

7. Candy & chocolate bars – mass-produced, flavored, and filled chocolates.

8. Packaged baked goods – cookies, cakes, muffins, pastries.

9. Frozen ready meals – TV dinners, pizza, microwaveable entrees.

10. Ice cream & milkshakes – commercially produced, often with stabilizers and flavorings.

If you want, I can also make a short “Top 10 UPFs to avoid” chart with quick health warnings for each—it’s super handy for easy reference. Do you want me to do that?