Saintsbury's

Free Range Egg & Cress on Malted Bread

Barcode 00235914

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Free Range Egg & Cress on Malted Bread is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because the malted bread contains industrial emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), and malted barley flour/extract used as a processed flavouring ingredient. These additives and processed ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed NOVA category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

UPF

malted bread

A prepared bread product made with fortified wheat flour, malted grains, and emulsifiers, used as a baked good or ingredient in sandwiches and recipes.
OK

free-range whole egg

Whole eggs sourced from free-range chickens, representing a basic animal-derived food commonly used for cooking and baking.
UPF

mayonnaise

A ready-to-use emulsion sauce made from oil, egg yolk, acids, and seasonings.
OK

cress

Cress is a leafy herb with a peppery, tangy flavor often used fresh in salads and sandwiches.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

black pepper

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

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Common questions about Free Range Egg & Cress on Malted Bread

Is Free Range Egg & Cress on Malted Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — Free Range Egg & Cress on Malted Bread by Saintsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because the malted bread contains industrial emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), and malted barley flour/extract used as a processed flavouring ingredient. These additives and processed ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed NOVA category.

Which ingredients in Free Range Egg & Cress on Malted Bread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Free Range Egg & Cress on Malted Bread as ultra-processed markers: malted bread, mayonnaise. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.