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Joe Wicks Sparks Controversy Over Ultra-Processed Foods

10/11/2025

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Joe Wicks (fitness influencer) shifts to ultra-processed foods via 'Joe Wicks: Licensed to Kill' and promotes a "Killer" protein bar, claiming it risks cancer and heart disease.
Chris van Tulleken (health expert) argues ultra-processed diets contribute to health issues, aligning with Wicks' stance.
Tim Spector (scientist), formerly anti-UPF, now says not all ultra-processed foods are harmful and only about 20% are high-risk, while promoting an app to assess risks.

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Joe Wicks (fitness influencer) shifts to ultra-processed foods via 'Joe Wicks: Licensed to Kill' and promotes a "Killer" protein bar, claiming it risks cancer and heart disease.
Chris van Tulleken (health expert) argues ultra-processed diets contribute to health issues, aligning with Wicks' stance.
Tim Spector (scientist), formerly anti-UPF, now says not all ultra-processed foods are harmful and only about 20% are high-risk, while promoting an app to assess risks.