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Apr 24, 2026

Diets High in Ultra-Processed Foods May Undermine Visual Attention

New study links diets high in ultra-processed foods to reduced visual attention and poorer cognitive performance suggesting potential impacts on brain function and daily task focus over time.

Apr 24, 2026·2 sources
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Top claims

  • ▪A 10% increase in ultra-processed foods is roughly equivalent to adding a standard packet of chips or a soft drink to a daily routine
  • ▪The Monash University study did not find a direct association between ultra-processed foods and memory loss
  • ▪A Harvard Medical School study from 2022 showed a 25 percent increased risk for dementia in people who ate higher amounts of ultraprocessed foods

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Attention & concentration1Lifestyle, Wellness and Nutrition1Nutrition & diet hacking1Ultra processed foods1

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