Foods are categorized according to how processed they are using the NOVA scale, which places ultra-processed foods in group four. The items in group four are the most processed, meaning they frequently contain flavorings and preservatives and don't always resemble the raw materials they were manufactured from.
PROTEIN BARS
If you need to quickly eat something with protein, protein bars are a great, convenient option. The finest protein bars have few ingredients, 2 to 4 grams of fiber, 15 to 20 grams of protein, and no more than 250 calories.
VEGGIE SAUSAGES
For vegetarians, vegetarian sausages can be an excellent substitute for traditional meat sausages. However, they are frequently much more processed and saltier in order to enhance their flavor and lengthen their shelf life.
SALAD KITS
Salads are a delicious and convenient way to eat your vegetables, and salad kits make it simple to prepare them. But be careful to pick kits whose dressings and toppings don't include a lot of additives.
PLANT BASED MILKS
Although emulsifiers and other additions used in plant-based milks to prevent separation are not inherently harmful, they do increase the amount of processing compared to cow's milk.
TRAIL MIX
To prevent additional sodium or added sugar that can be found in processed forms, choose unsalted nuts and unsweetened dried fruit.