By Priyanjana Pramanik, MSc. Reviewed by Susha Cheriyedath, M.Sc. Jul 14 2025 New research uncovers just how much ultra-processed, high-energy food fills Australian supermarket shelves for children, raising alarms about kids’ diets and calling for tougher food rules. Study: Energy Density and Level of Processing of Packaged Food and Beverages Intended for Consumption by Australian Children . Image Credit: mamaza / Shutterstock In a recent article published in the journal Nutrients , researchers