A big Canadian study links ultra-processed food to early brain damage signs.
They were ages 35 to 69, with no history of heart disease.
Chips, sugary cereals, soft drinks, noodles, and frozen meals.
They ate more than 45% ultra-processed food each day.
Top eaters were over 40% more likely to show tiny brain damage.
Scans showed silent strokes and a pre-stroke profile.
Women in the top group were nearly twice as likely to show the signs.
Top eaters got 41% of food from whole foods, versus 68% for the lowest group.
The top group also carried more deep belly fat.
Plain oats, fresh fruit, and home cooking beat packaged snacks.
People were checked once, so cause is not proven yet.
Past participants return for new MRI scans to track change over time.
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