Where they stand: Ultra-processed food

Factory-formulated products high in additives and low in whole ingredients. Broad agreement here — the interesting part is what each person emphasizes.

Each entry is that person's stated position, linked to the sourced page. This is a chronicle of views, not medical advice.

PersonPosition
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.Warns Ultra-processed foods
Dr. Mehmet OzWarns Ultra-processed foods
Dr. Marty MakaryNo stated position on our record
Dr. Jay BhattacharyaNo stated position on our record
Dr. Casey MeansWarns Ultra-processed/refined grains
Warns Ultra-processed school lunches
Dr. Vinay PrasadNo stated position on our record
Calley MeansWarns Ultra-processed foods
Dr. Mark HymanWarns Ultra-processed foods
Dr. Robert LustigWarns Ultra-Processed Food (NOVA Class 4)
Gary TaubesWarns The \"ultra-processed food\" category as a scientific concept
Jillian MichaelsNo stated position on our record
Max LugavereWarns Ultra-processed foods
Vani HariNo stated position on our record