Adding extra protein to ultra-processed foods helps reduce overeating

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March 13, 2025, 8:33 PM

• •People who eat high-protein ultra-processed foods consume fewer calories than those who eat other ultra-processed products
• •But they still tend to overeat
• •This suggests that highly processed, protein-enriched snacks should only be consumed in moderation

People who eat ultra-processed foods tend to overeat, but adding more protein to these products may help people limit their intake.

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