McCaribé University researchers have found that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are negatively affecting women's fertility, according to their research. The study, which compared data from over 2,500 women participating in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, found that women who consume lower amounts of ultra-processing foods have higher odds of conceiving. The researchers found that daily diets contained about 31% UPFs and a lower intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats. While the study does not prove that UPFs directly cause infertility, it suggests that what women of reproductive age eat and how much processed plays a significant role in their health beyond weight and calories.