UPFs don't have a set definition, but they generally undergo industrial processing and contain ingredients that you wouldn't find in a home kitchen. They are highly-marketed, shelf-stable, and designed to contain an irresistible combination of sugar, salt, and fat. As well as obvious foods like frozen pizza, items such as packaged bread can fall into this category.
The 1970s and 1980s were defined by many things. This was the era that gave us iconic movies like "The Godfather" and "E.T." It also gave us Bob Marley's music for the first time, Prince Charles and Princess Diana's wedding, and the dawn of the internet. But on top of all of this, it also gave us some pretty questionable trends. No, we're not talking about the interesting fashion that was around at the time (especially in the 1970s), but the food.
Rice may be the ultimate pantry staple. As versatile as any food can get, it can act as the base for a hearty dinner or a quick and filling snack, and leftover rice can even be transformed into breakfast food. But if we're being honest, achieving the dream of tender, fluffy rice is an uphill battle. For this reason, many folks reach for instant rice instead.
