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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2026 · 10 MIN

Gut bacteria adjust to digest ultra-processed food

from The Science Show - Separate stories podcast · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Ultra-processed food contains special carbohydrates to improve shelf life. They require special bacteria for digestion.

Ultra-processed food contains special carbohydrates to improve shelf life. They require special bacteria for digestion.

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