Processed food

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Processed Food

Processed food (/prəˈsɛst fuːd/) refers to food that has been altered from its natural state, typically for safety reasons and convenience. The methods used for processing foods include canning, freezing, refrigeration, dehydration, and aseptic processing.

Etymology

The term "processed food" comes from the process of food processing, which is the transformation of raw ingredients, by physical or chemical means into food.

Related Terms

  • Food processing: The techniques and methods used to transform raw ingredients into food for consumption.
  • Convenience food: Food that is commercially prepared to optimise ease of consumption.
  • Preservation (food): The process of treating and handling food to stop or slow down food spoilage, loss of quality, edibility, or nutritional value.
  • Additive: A substance added to something in small quantities to improve or preserve it, often used in the context of food.
  • Nutrition: The science that interprets the nutrients and other substances in food in relation to maintenance, growth, reproduction, health and disease of an organism.

Health Implications

Processed foods can be beneficial as they often have a longer shelf life than fresh food and may be more convenient for the consumer. However, they can also be high in sugar, fat, and salt, which can lead to health problems such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and other serious conditions. Some processed foods also contain preservatives, artificial flavors, and food coloring, which some people may choose to avoid.

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