Ladies and gentlemen, let’s set the record straight about processed foods. They’ve been demonized far too often in today’s health debates, but they deserve a fair defense! Let’s rewind the clock about a century. Back then, urbanization was on the rise, poverty was rampant, and refrigeration was a luxury few could afford. Fresh food became a rare commodity—too expensive and often spoiled or contaminated. This resulted in a slew of public


