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# NOVA Classification System
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The NOVA classification system is a framework for categorizing foods based on their degree of processing [(1)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19366466/). Developed by researchers at the University of São Paulo, Brazil, it aims to provide a better understanding of the impact of food processing on health.
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The system divides foods into four groups:
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1. **Unprocessed or minimally processed foods:** Natural foods altered slightly through processes like drying, boiling, or freezing.
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2. **Processed culinary ingredients:** Substances extracted from natural foods, such as oils, butter, sugar, and salt.
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3. **Processed foods:** Foods altered by adding ingredients like salt, sugar, or oil, such as canned vegetables, cheeses, and freshly made bread.
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4. **Ultra-processed foods:** Industrial formulations with little to no whole foods, often containing additives for flavour, texture, or shelf life, such as snacks, soft drinks, and ready-to-eat meals.
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This system helps understand the impact of food processing on health and guides healthier dietary choices.
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# References
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1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19366466/
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# Hashtags
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#diets
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#processed_food
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#hyperblog
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