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Lamb & Mint Quarter Pounder

Barcode 00159890

No — Lamb & Mint Quarter Pounder is not ultra-processed.

Ingredient list contains only basic foods and seasonings (lamb, mint, brown sugar, sea salt, black pepper, dried peppermint leaf) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other markers of ultra-processing as defined by NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

lamb (97%)
OK

mint (1%)
OK

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

dried peppermint leaf

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Common questions about Lamb & Mint Quarter Pounder

Is Lamb & Mint Quarter Pounder ultra-processed?

No — Lamb & Mint Quarter Pounder by sainsburys taste the difference is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredient list contains only basic foods and seasonings (lamb, mint, brown sugar, sea salt, black pepper, dried peppermint leaf) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other markers of ultra-processing as defined by NOVA.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.