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According to research published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), high consumption of ultra-processed foods is linked to chronic diseases, making it crucial for shoppers to know what supermarket foods are not ultra-processed. This guide will help you navigate the grocery aisles to find healthier, less-processed options and understand the difference between minimally processed and ultra-processed products.

According to the USDA, any food that has been altered from its original state is considered processed. This means the answer to whether a McDonald's hamburger is processed food is more complex than a simple 'yes' or 'no', and depends heavily on your definition of the term. The meat is ground, shaped, and cooked, but is it the highly processed junk food many assume?