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The Trump administration is targeting ultra-processed foods. A Penn researcher explains why that might be complicated.

Philadelphia Inquirer

January 15, 2026

New dietary guidelines released by the Trump administration tell Americans to avoid ultra-processed foods but don’t have an official definition for them.

The Trump administration is targeting ultra-processed foods. A Penn researcher explains why that might be complicated.

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The Trump administration is targeting ultra-processed foods. A Penn researcher explains why that might be complicated.

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