Tag: Processed food vs whole food

While studies show that up to 95% of restrictive diets fail, the idea that you can truly eat whatever you want and still be healthy seems almost too good to be true. This article explores the nuanced truth behind this question, focusing on flexible eating and nutritional quality.

A 2024 study in *The Lancet Regional Health–Europe* highlighted that some plant-based ultra-processed foods were associated with higher health risks, fueling the popular query: **Is plant-based food highly processed?**. The reality is far more nuanced, with a wide spectrum of processing levels across plant-based eating.

Despite some small servings of M&Ms having less sugar by weight than a banana, the fruit contains essential fiber and nutrients that candy lacks. So, are M&Ms healthier than a banana? The surprising answer lies in the quality of the ingredients, not just the quantity of sugar.