What You Need to Know
The Nova classification is a framework for grouping edible substances based on the extent and purpose of food processing applied to them. Researchers at the University of São Paulo, Brazil, proposed the system in 2009.
Steps
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Brazilian Farofa (Brazil): Illustrates minimally processed cassava flour (Group 1) vs industrialized versions (Group 3)
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Japanese Natto (Japan): Traditional fermentation (Group 1) contrasts with pasteurized versions (Group 2)
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American Breakfast Cereal (United States): Demonstrates ultra-processing (Group 4) through extrusion and fortification