When critics of ultraprocessed foods use the term “degree of processing,” it makes no sense to food scientists or food manufacturers. And yet it makes perfect sense to those who encourage us to avoid, or at least limit, our consumption of these ultraprocessed products. So why the disconnect? It is easy for a food scientist like me to say well the opponents just don’t understand … Continue reading What does degree of processing for ultraprocessed foods mean? The disconnect between processing and ingredients.