Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are the latest baddie on the block, with everyone from wellness influencers to US politicians blaming them for our health woes.  While there's little doubt over consumption of UPFs is associated with a range of chronic health conditions, is the current demonising of all foods in that category helpful to everyday people trying to eat a balanced diet?  Healthy Food Guide managing editor Jenny de Montalk and accredited practising dietitian Min Saw unpack the facts around ultra-processed foods and explore some of the nuance of good nutrition and keeping a balanced outlook on what we eat.