Which of the Following Is True About Food Processing and Its

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about food processing and its impact on food quality?

• A) We consume many totally synthetic products, but additives and supplements give them the same
• Nutrient value as their natural counterparts
• B) Research suggests that home processing may actually cause less nutrient loss than commercial preservation
• C) Niacin and vitamin K may be seriously depleted by food processing
• D) The major problem with food processing is the excessive use of highly refined products and questionable additives

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