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Why Are Highly Processed Foods Generally Less Healthy?

julissa2 weeks ago04 mins

The biggest problem with highly processed foods is the processing removes important nutrients like fiber and vitamins. There are two reasons manufacturers do this. One thing is to give the food a softer texture, but more importantly,it increases the food’s shelflife. This is because pests are less attracted to food with less nutrition. But if…

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