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  • Posted April 14, 2026

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Poorer Muscle and Knee Health

A new study finds people who consume large amounts of ultra-processed foods have more fat in their thigh muscles, a change that may raise the risk of knee osteoarthritis.

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