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No, plain nuts are generally minimally processed; seasoned, candied, or oil-roasted versions shift into processed or ultra-processed categories.

Yes, nuts are a smart diet food when portions stay small and they replace lower-quality snacks.

No, nutrient-dense foods aren’t automatically high in calories; many are light, while others are rich—calorie impact depends on the item and portion.

Yes, DNA and RNA occur naturally in meats, plants, fungi, and microbes we eat; digestion breaks them into nucleotides.

Yes, nucleic acids occur in everyday foods because all plant and animal cells contain DNA and RNA.

No, norovirus is one cause of foodborne illness; food poisoning also includes bacteria, parasites, and toxins.

Yes, most instant noodles count as ultra-processed, while plain dried noodles (flour + water) fall under processed, not ultra-processed.

Yes, noodles count as soft foods when cooked until tender and served moist; skip al dente or chewy styles.

Yes, noodles count as soft food when cooked until tender and cut small for easier chewing and swallowing.

Yes, noodles are processed foods; instant and packaged styles are ultra-processed, while fresh or whole-grain options are only lightly processed.