Are Packaged Noodles Processed? The Truth Behind Instant Meals
                                
                                
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                                According to the World Instant Noodle Association, over 121 billion servings of instant noodles were consumed globally in 2022, but are packaged noodles processed in a way that impacts health? The answer is an unequivocal yes, and understanding the journey from flour to finished packet reveals why these convenient meals are considered ultra-processed.