Processed food is food that has been changed in some way from its natural state. This can include adding artificial flavours, colours, or preservatives; removing nutrients; or changing the texture or appearance of the food.
Processed foods are often high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats.
Noun: food that has been altered from its natural state by various means, such as by cooking, preserving, or adding artificial ingredients.
Adjective: relating to or denoting processed food.
The word "processed food" is made up of the word "process" and the word "food".
The word "process" comes from the Latin word "procedere", which means "to go forward".
The word "food" comes from the Old English word "fōda", which also means "food".
The first recorded use of the word "processed food" was in the early 20th century.
Why might it be a good idea to reduce the amount of processed foods you eat?
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