Australians Tucking Into More Junk Food While Eating Less Fruit

Australia’s national science institute is predicting a concerning trend away from fresh foods and towards ultra-processed fare.

It's easy to get your daily recommended amount of vitamin C during cold and flu season with this colorful winter salad comprised of six juicy fruits. Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS

Australians are eating less fruit, not enough vegetables, and more “discretionary” foods—those considered unhealthy, according to new research by Australia’s Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO).

Compared to 2015, junk food consumption has increased by 0.7 serves per day.