An updated edition of the Dec. 31, 2025 article. Natural foods have moved well beyond the shelves of specialty stores and into the daily lives of consumers. What’s behind this shift? A growing ...

Whole foods are foods that have not been processed or altered in any significant way from their natural state. They are foods in their most natural form, free from additives, preservatives, and ...

Food processing is a key factor in how we consume and experience our meals. The range of food processing can vary from minimal intervention to highly modified products. The way food is processed ...