Consumption of ultra- and non-ultra-processed foods of individuals with normal-weight obesity

Abstract The normal-weight obesity (NWO) is highly associated with an increased risk for chronic non-communicable diseases and intricately linked to diet quality. Therefore, we assessed the consumption of ultra-processed non-ultraprocessed foods 224 Brazilian adults NWO ( n 159) without 65, non-NWO) in a cross-sectional study. For that, three dietary recalls were applied categorised according NOVA classification. Individuals showed lower energy intake from ‘fresh or minimally processed food’ group, specifically rice P = 0⋅037), beans 0⋅002) fruits 0⋅026), as well fibre < 0⋅05) compared non-NWO subjects. Total did not differ between groups; however, individuals had higher meats group (54⋅1 ± 73⋅5 × 32⋅5 50⋅8 kcal; 0⋅023). Energy added sugar (OR 1⋅02, CI 95 % 1⋅00–1⋅04, 0⋅0100) total fat non-ultra-processed 1⋅09, 1⋅01–1⋅18; presence NWO. In conclusion, consumed more group. Overall, there no differences two groups. Important associations food compounds observed, emphasising importance fresh basis diet.