Tag: Healthy processed foods

Imitation crab, commonly found in sushi rolls and seafood salads, is made from a fish paste called surimi. The nutritional value of imitation crab legs differs significantly from real crab, mainly due to its high level of processing and added ingredients like starch, sugar, and sodium.

According to the USDA, a standard 85-gram serving of surimi contains approximately 81 to 87 calories and about 6.5 to 13 grams of protein. These figures vary based on the specific recipe and additives used during production. It is a highly processed seafood product often used as an affordable and convenient alternative to real crab meat.

According to the British Heart Foundation, processed foods are altered from their natural state, a definition that includes many common foods. This means that, yes, dill pickles are considered processed, though the degree of processing varies significantly based on how they are made.

According to the USDA, a processed food is any raw agricultural commodity that has been subject to a procedure that alters it from its natural state, which technically means yes, peanut butter is considered as processed food. However, the degree of processing varies widely by brand and ingredients, leading to confusion about its healthiness.