Trader Joe's

Hearty Vegetable broth

Barcode 00215091

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No — Hearty Vegetable broth is not ultra-processed.

Ingredient list contains only water, vegetables, herbs, and sea salt, with no industrial additives, refined syrups, or processed flavor enhancers. This is consistent with a minimally processed food under NOVA (not ultra-processed).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

organic carrots
OK

organic celery
OK

organic tomatoes
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organic leeks
OK

sea salt

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

organic onion powder

Organic onion powder is made from dehydrated onions ground into a fine powder, a common seasoning derived from a basic vegetable.
OK

garlic

Bulbous aromatic herb used as a flavoring and seasoning in numerous cuisines.
OK

organic parsley
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organic bay leaves
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organic thyme

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Common questions about Hearty Vegetable broth

Is Hearty Vegetable broth ultra-processed?

No — Hearty Vegetable broth by Trader Joe's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredient list contains only water, vegetables, herbs, and sea salt, with no industrial additives, refined syrups, or processed flavor enhancers. This is consistent with a minimally processed food under NOVA (not ultra-processed).

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.