Teaching people, including kids, how to best serve or cook fresh foods is one way to combat ultra-processed food reliance, experts say. (Chris Young/The Canadian Press)

A series of studies published in The Lancet this week adds to the growing evidence: Ultra-processed foods are not good for you.

Researchers have tied them to chronic diseases, like obesity, Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. And they argue consumers and policymakers must take action to curb consumption — even as Canadians buy and consume more amounts of the foods.

But there are real barriers to making sure Canadians are able to access and choose healthier options, like whole foods and fresh produce, say researchers, as well as those who work with food-insecure populations.

For one, ultra-processed foods

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