Food Processing
Ultra-processed foods tied to overeating in late adolescents, Virginia Tech study finds
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A Virginia Tech study finds that ultra-processed diets may prompt 18- to 21-year-olds to eat more and snack when they are not hungry, while slightly older young adults do not show the same pattern. After two weeks on an ultra-processed diet, younger participants consumed more at a buffet meal and were more likely to keep eating despite reporting no hunger, suggesting a period of heightened vulnerability in late adolescence.
The key to success in the food and agriculture sector lies in adding value to crops, according to Andrew Egala. With over 20 years of experience in farming, Egala highlights the importance of processing natural foods to enhance nutrition. This is linked to developments in counties such as Kiambu, Migori, and Busia.
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Cairo 3A, a vertically integrated agri-commodity group in trading, manufacturing, and food processing, announced plans to invest $150m over the next three years to enhance its industrial production capacity. The strategy includes developing Egypt’s first citric acid plant with a $35m investment. The facility is expected to reduce Egypt’s import bill by about $30m annually.