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Comment by virtual_void | original | Food processing influences metabolism and brain activity
[−]virtual_void · 2026-10-10 Sat 10:43 UTC · link
Would simple potato chips bought in a store be classified as ultra-processed under nova? I didn't read it that way. What in Nova would make it so?

*assuming the same ingredients as your home cooked example, which i think is your point, right?

[−]astura · 2026-10-10 Sat 10:55 UTC · link
Group 4 considers the packaging the food comes in - "sophisticated packaging, usually with synthetic materials."
[−]virtual_void · 2026-10-10 Sat 11:06 UTC · link
Interesting!

I guess i can see how packaging makes a difference to the desirability / convenience of the food.

I guess i'm less likely to eat chips if i have to make them myself compared to grabbing a bag and more likely to over eat them if it's super convenient.

Though I admit to being a bit lazy like that.