1. what are packaged foods?
Packaged foods, also referred to as processed foods, are those which were at
one time raw, but then were refined in a processing facility to enhance
nutrients and freshness, to improve safety and taste, or to help consumers
save time during preparation. Examples include frozen fruits and vegetables,
yogurt, canned beans, granola bars, cereal, and frozen meals.
What do consumers think about
packaged foods?
of Americans agree that
some packaged foods
can provide affordable,
nutritious options.
of Americans agree that
packaged foods can
contain nutrients needed
for good health.
How do processed foods contribute to the
nutrition of the american diet?
"Processed foods are nutritionally important to American diets. Diets
are more likely to meet food guidance recommendations if
nutrient-dense foods, either processed, or not, are selected."
-- American Society for Nutrition, scientific statement,
"Processed foods: contribution to nutrition."
foodinsight.org
2014 IFIC Foundation
Food & Health Survey
Data from NHANES 2003 - 2008.
CHEESE
lasagna
CHEESE
FORTIFIED
CEREALS
FRUITS
BEANS
65%
64% FOLATE
IRON
55%
FIBER
48%
CALCIUM
46%
Vitamin b12
43%
Potassium
34%
vitamin D