In those cases, shoppers may be put off by odd shapes or discoloration, despite the food being perfectly tasty and nutritious underneath.

Heavy metal levels are often particularly high in spices and nutritious root vegetables, such as sweet potatoes and beets.

Plant-eating animals may need more time to find and consume food if their usual meal becomes less nutritious, exposing themselves to greater risks from predators and other stresses in the process.

I wanted to eat more nutritious meals, save money for bigger goals and do better by the restaurants I love.

“It builds on the assumption that unprocessed products are healthier and more nutritious,” Baker added.