Quiz

Is it ultraprocessed?

Washington is working on a federal definition of "ultraprocessed" food. Under definitions like the ones being considered, some of the answers might surprise you.

10 foods. Yes or no. See how you do.

Is it ultraprocessed?

Your score

Under definitions like these:

  • Table sugar Wouldn't count
  • Whole grain bread Could count
  • Plain potato chips Wouldn't count
  • Seasoned ground pork Could count

A definition that clears sugar and chips but flags whole grain bread and seasoned meat doesn't tell families much about what's healthy. [CLIENT MESSAGE / ASK]

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"Ultraprocessed" answers reflect how foods could be classified under common definitions, including the NOVA classification system, the Healthy Eating Research expert panel's recommended definition (May 2026), and concerns raised by food industry groups in comments to FDA and USDA. The federal definition submitted for review in August 2026 has not been made public. Classification of a specific product depends on its ingredient list.