1. To make processed foods, raw ingredients are processed with machines or chemicals to change their texture, taste, and make them last longer. The process can include washing, grinding, mixing, heating, and adding chemicals to improve the taste, look, and shelf life.
2. Eating foods that are natural is usually better for you because they have more nutrients and fewer harmful chemicals. Natural foods are less changed from their original form and may help prevent diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.