what's the deal with processed foods & nutrition:?
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What do consumers think about packaged foods?
How do processed foods contribute to the nutrition of the american diet?
what are packaged foods?Packaged foods, also referred to as processed foods, are those which were at
one time raw, but then were refined in a processing facility to enhance nutrients and freshness, to improve safety and taste, or to help consumers
save time during preparation. Examples include frozen fruits and vegetables, yogurt, canned beans, granola bars, cereal, and frozen meals.
"Processed foods are nutritionally important to American diets. Diets are more likely to meet food guidance recommendations if nutrient-dense foods, either processed, or not, are selected."
-- American Society for Nutrition, scientific statement, "Processed foods: contribution to nutrition."
of Americans agree that some packaged foods can provide affordable, nutritious options.
of Americans agree that packaged foods can contain nutrients needed for good health.
foodinsight.org
2014 IFIC Foundation Food & Health Survey
Data from NHANES 2003 - 2008.
CHEESE
lasagna
CHEESE
FORTIFIED
CEREALS
FRUITS
BEANS
65%FOLATE64%
IRON55%
FIBER
48%CALCIUM
46%Vitamin b12
43%Potassium
34%vitamin D