vähäprosessoidut
Vähäprosessoidut is a Finnish term that translates to "minimally processed" or "lightly processed" in English. It refers to food items that have undergone minimal alteration from their natural state. This typically involves processes such as washing, cutting, drying, freezing, or pasteurization. The goal of minimal processing is to preserve the original nutritional qualities and texture of the food as much as possible.
Examples of vähäprosessoidut foods include fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, milk, and eggs.
In contrast, highly processed foods have undergone extensive processing, often involving the addition of ingredients like