Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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This episode begins with a slightly defensive rant by Eric Trexler, followed by a very defensive rant by Eric Helms. After that, they dive into new research uncovering the complexities of ultraprocessed foods, their impact on obesity, binge eating, and the food industry’s role in creating and promoting hyperpalatable ultraprocessed foods.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
10:14 Trexler & Helms respond to social media criticism
15:48 Slightly defensive rant by Trexler
23:10 Extremely defensive rant by Helms
32:25 Roles in The Ecosystem of Science Communication
41:39 Exploring the Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods
46:20 Understanding Ultra-Processed Foods and Their Nuances
51:16 The Role of Food Processing in Feeding a Growing Population
55:53 Hyper-Palatable Foods and Their Effects on Eating Behavior
59:07 The Evolution of Eating Disorder Treatment Perspectives
01:04:30 The Relationship Between Hyper-Palatable Foods and Binge Eating
01:09:05 Neurophysiology of Food Consumption and Addiction
01:12:20 Conclusions & practical applications for food selection