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Meaning of enriched food: A food that has nutrients added back that were lost during processing.

Definition of enriched food

A food that has nutrients added back that were lost during processing. Examples are bread, pasta, and other products made from white flour that have B vitamins added back.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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