Hey Reader,

Last week, I mentioned something that stuck with a lot of women:

👉 You’re not overeating… you’re undernourished.

So today, I want to break down a piece of that in a way that actually makes sense, without turning this into another “don’t eat this, don’t eat that” conversation.

Because the internet has made this topic way more confusing than it needs to be.

Let’s talk about “fake food.”

First — not all processing is bad

Before we go any further, I want to be really clear about something:

Processing food is not the problem.

Cooking is processing.
Freezing is processing.
Canning, blending, chopping... all processing.

These things can actually make food:
✔ Safer
✔ More convenient
✔ Easier to digest

So no, this isn’t about avoiding anything that comes in a package.

So what is the issue?

• The real problem is ultra-processed food.
• About 60–70% of the U.S. food supply is considered ultra-processed
• For many adults, over 50% of daily calories come from these foods. (Even Healthy Eaters🤔)
• For kids/teens, it can be 65–70%+

This classification comes from the NOVA system (used in nutrition research), where ultra-processed foods are things like:

• Packaged snacks, protein bars, flavored yogurts
• Fast food
• Frozen meals
• Sugary drinks
• Even some “health foods” (low-calorie desserts, flavored oatmeals, etc.)

👉 These aren’t just “processed” (like frozen veggies or canned beans).

They’re formulated products—engineered for taste, shelf life, and convenience.

This is food that’s been heavily modified and designed to not only taste extremely good, but it’s literally designed to be easy to overeat.

And often… it’s missing what your body actually needs.

Not just vitamins and minerals — but also:
• Fiber
• Protein balance
• Natural structure your body recognizes

What that looks like in real life

Ultra-processed foods are usually:
• Packaged snacks that don’t really fill you up
• Meals that leave you hungry again shortly after
• Foods that feel “easy” but don’t give you steady energy

So what happens?

You eat…
But you’re not satisfied.

You snack…
But the cravings don’t go away.

You try to “eat less”…
But your body keeps asking for more.

And it feels like a willpower issue.

But it’s not.

👉 It’s a nourishment issue.

The goal is not restriction

I’m not here to tell you to cut everything out.

That’s not realistic.
And it’s not sustainable.

Instead, we focus on something much more powerful:

👉 Adding in more real, nutrient-dense foods

Because when you do that:
• Your body starts getting what it actually needs
• Hunger signals regulate
• Energy improves
• Cravings naturally calm down

And suddenly… everything feels easier.

Here’s a simple way to think about it

Instead of asking:

“What do I need to stop eating?”

Ask:

👉 “What can I add that actually nourishes me?”

That shift alone changes everything.

This is exactly how I guide my clients.

Not restriction.
Not extremes.
Just a structured, supportive approach that works in real life.

And the truth is sometimes in our busy lives we need processed foods.

Yes, I make homemade beans and pasta sauce, but I also have cans and jars in my cabinet because it helps me through together a meal when I'm less prepared.

[Quick example] Raos and 365 pasta sauces are processed. Prego and Ragu are ultra processed. I don't care if they say low sodium or whatever. They are ULTRA processed. And 365, I think is cheaper than Prego and Ragu so it's not always more expensive. Sometimes it is. Believe me I have seven mouths to feed in my house. I'm always looking to eat healthy on a budget.

I hope this info helps.

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