Ultra Processed Foods: Impact on Public Health

This coursework, designed for VTPEH 6121: Food Systems and Health, explores ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and their implications on public health. Students will delve into the NOVA classification system, historical trends, global consumption patterns, health impacts, and societal consequences of UPFs. Emphasizing equity and policy interventions, the course aims to foster a systems thinking approach to analyze food systems and identify effective strategies for mitigation. Interactive components...