Frequent consumption of instant noodles has long carried negative health perceptions, yet global demand for the convenience food continues to surge. Originating in Japan in the 1950s as a post-war staple, instant noodles have evolved into a multi-billion-dollar global industry, widely consumed in homes, offices, and schools. Driven by inflation and the fast-paced lifestyles of working professionals and students, instant noodles—requiring little…
