Example of Ultra-Processed Dairy: The Case of Fruit-Flavored Yogurt
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According to the NOVA food classification system, which categorizes foods by processing level, plain yogurt is a minimally processed food. However, a common example of ultra-processed dairy is fruit-flavored yogurt, which undergoes significant industrial alteration and includes additives not found in home kitchens. This distinction highlights how a naturally nutritious product can be transformed into a less healthy, highly engineered food item.
