Government scrutiny of ultraprocessed food continues, but with few detailsIn a separate move, the FDA said it completed work on the federal government's first-ever definition of ultraprocessed food, but did not release any details or the proposed language. A government-backed definition could pave the way for more federal research and, eventually, possible labeling or other restrictions on processed foods. Ultraprocessed foods are made using industrial processing and additives, colors, preservatives or other ingredients not found in home kitchens. Some recent efforts to define ultraprocessed foods include carve-outs for foods that meet nutrition standards, despite having processed ingredients. FDA proposal would bring new insights on additives used by food companiesIn the U.S., an estimated 10,000 additives are allowed in food, including thickeners, preservatives and packaging ingredients.