Ultra-processed foods and processed food: an overview, NOVA classification and key insights

Dr. Keshia Broucke, ILVO - Senior Scientific Researcher

Thursday 01 October 2026

12:30-13:00

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are at the centre of a growing scientific and societal debate due to their potential impact on health.

This presentation provides an overview of food processing and the NOVA classification system, while discussing both the challenges and the benefits of food processing.

It also addresses evolving consumer perceptions of processed and ultra-processed foods.

Session in Dutch - translation to English available via AI

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