Why Bernie Sanders is going after ultra-processed foods

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In an exclusive interview with Business Insider's Mia de Graaf, Sen. Bernie Sanders talks about his push to improve labels on ultra-processed foods across the US, RFK Jr.'s plans to overhaul the industry, and the obesity epidemic.

Ultra-processed foods are convenient but linked to health problems. A dietitian who wrote a book on them shares how she gets the right balance in her kids' diet.

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Nichola Ludlam-Raine makes snack plates for her children that provide both the snacks they want, and more nutritious foods.

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I used to drink diet soda daily but cut down to avoid ultra-processed foods. Here are 3 things I learned, and what I drink now.

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I tried to hit my daily protein target while avoiding ultra-processed foods like protein powder and bars. I learned 4 lessons.

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Rachel Hosie tried to hit her protein target while avoiding ultra-processed foods.

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I shop at Aldi every 2 weeks and avoid ultra-processed foods. Here are my favorite items to get for lighter, nutritious meals.

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I like to fill my cart with minimally processed foods when I shop at Aldi.

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3 easy recipes to help you cut down on ultra-processed foods, by a dietitian who has written a book on the topic

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Dietitian Nichola Ludlam-Raine recommends meals like butterbean shakshuka for people hoping eat fewer ultra-processed foods.

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What a dietitian who avoids ultra-processed foods would order at Chipotle

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Dietitian Kat Garcia-Benson prioritizes lean protein and fiber when eating out.

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3 tips for enjoying fast food even if you're cutting down on ultra-processed foods, from a dietitian

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Headshot of Kat Garcia-Benson (left) Chipotle worker making a bowl with chicken, beans, and guacamole.
Dietitian Kat Garcia-Benson shared how to approach eating out if you're trying to avoid ultra-processed foods.

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A dietitian wrote a book on how to make avoiding ultra-processed foods easy. Here's what she eats in a day.

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Dietitian Nichola Ludlam-Raine aims mainly to buy and cook whole foods but doesn't worry about occasionally eating ultra-processed foods.

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A dietitian who researches ultra-processed foods mostly avoids them. Here are her 3 favorite healthy, quick lunches.

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Dietitian Linia Patel eats a healthy diet 80% of the time, and whatever she likes the other 20%.

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