New trial shows minimally-processed diets outperform ultra-processed menus for weight and fat loss — what Thai families should know
A major randomized crossover trial published this month found that adults who ate a diet built from minimally processed foods lost significantly more weight and body fat over eight weeks than when the same people ate a diet made mostly from ultra-processed products, even though both menus met national healthy-eating guidelines. The findings sharpen the spotlight on the growing global debate about how the degree of industrial processing — not just calories or single nutrients — shapes appetite, body composition and long‑term health (Nature Medicine randomized trial). Reporting on the study and its implications for everyday eating offers Thai readers practical guidance on choosing family meals that support weight control and chronic‑disease prevention (USA TODAY summary of findings).