The introduction, consumption and increasing dependence on processed food has changed urban lifestyles. Obesity is now clearly associated with primarily the consumption of processed food. The food industry has become so powerful that it is able to sway government policies, and the agricultural sector as a whole. They are able to influence consumer preference in food. They also influence what crops are produced, how these are produced and, of course, how these are processed. The industry is more concerned about its profits rather than the consumers’ health. The profits from the sales of processed foods are also more than that from fresh foods. Moreover, processed food are easy to store, has longer shelf-life and cheaper than fresh food. The major benefit with fresh food is that it is nutritious. Processed food either can be consumed straight away or with very little preparation. This suits the busy life of the urban people.
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nutrition,
diet,
obesity,
fat loss,
Health,
hoodia,
metabolism