New Delhi, Feb. 24 -- The market today is flooded with packaged, ready-to-eat, and ultra-processed foods. If you are not already familiar, fizzy drinks, packaged bread, ready-to-eat cereals, and many other snacks fall into ultra-processed food category. While these foods may be convenient and tempting, they are often packed with excess salt, sugar, unhealthy fats, and artificial additives. Over time, consuming too many ultra-processed foods can contribute to health issues like heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. But do not worry, it's not all doom and gloom! By swapping these ultra-processed foods with healthier, whole food alternatives, you can still enjoy tasty meals and snacks while keeping your health in check.

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