Teenagers in this study got about 42% of their daily calories from processed foods, which matches what other studies have found in Chilean kids and teens.
Scientific Claim
The study population had an average of 41.67% of total calories derived from ultra-processed foods during adolescence, which is consistent with other studies reporting UPF consumption in Chilean children and adolescents.
Original Statement
“Data from 330 girls revealed an average daily intake of 1849 kcal (41.67% from UPFs). [...] A recent study by Neri et al. (2022), using dietary data from several countries, revealed that UPF intake in Chilean children and adolescents represented 27–44% of total calories, which aligns with our findings.”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design supports claim
Appropriate Language Strength
association
Can only show association/correlation
Assessment Explanation
The claim correctly states the average percentage and notes it's consistent with other studies, which accurately reflects the study's description of the population's dietary habits without implying causation.
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
Consumption of ultraprocessed foods and breast density in adolescence