A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights that ultra-processed foods constitute a majority of calorie intake in the United States, accounting for 53% of calories consumed by adults and 62% by children. These foods, including grain-based desserts such as cookies, cake, and pie, are the leading source of calories in the average American diet. Research indicates that diets high in ultra-processed foods may hinder weight loss efforts, even when following national healthy-eating guidelines. Comparative data from the British Medical Journal shows that the share of ultra-processed food consumption in adult diets is higher in the U.S. (58%) than in countries like the UK (57%), Australia (40%), and Japan (28%). Health authorities, including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, are emphasizing the need to address the consumption of ultra-processed foods due to their contribution to chronic diseases. Studies also suggest that weight loss is more effective when consuming minimally processed foods compared to ultra-processed alternatives.