The 6 Ultraprocessed Foods That Cause the Most Harm to Your Metabolism, According to Experts

By Daryl Austin – Today

We’ve all been tempted after a long workday by the convenience and comfort of a frozen dinner, bag of chips or can of soda. While those choices probably seem harmless in the moment, mounting research shows that such ultraprocessed foods can quietly interfere with how our bodies burn and store fuel, regulate blood sugar and maintain a healthy fat balance.

But if concepts like “metabolic flexibility” or “fuel regulation” sound abstract, you’re not alone — most people have only a vague idea of what metabolism actually is.