Examples of Highly processed foods and Ultra processed foods

What is the difference between Processed foods, Highly processed foods, Ultra processed foods ?

What are examples of each of them ?
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Processed foods are any foods that have been changed from their original form by cooking, baking, cutting, freezing etc. These foods are usually nutritious and convenient.

Ultra processed foods are also known as highly processed foods. They are industrial formulations made mostly from substances extracted from foods or synthesized ingredients. Ultra processed foods often contains higher amounts of additives like emulsifiers, artificial flavors, sweeteners, and preservatives. Examples include sugary cereals, sweetened water, packaged snacks, instant noodles, frozen pizza, chicken nuggets etc.
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