stamford street, Sainsburys

cooking bacon

Barcode 00347495

Yes — cooking bacon is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: sodium ascorbate (antioxidant) and the preservatives sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate, which are typical of processed meats and are not basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Meat from pigs, typically used as a protein source in dishes; can be fresh, cured, or processed depending on product. In this context, likely refers to minced or primary meat ingredient in a prepared product.
OK

water

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

salt

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

sodium ascorbate

Antioxidant additive used to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life in foods; a salt form of vitamin C.
UPF

preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate)

Common food preservatives used in curing meats; includes sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate.

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Common questions about cooking bacon

Is cooking bacon ultra-processed?

Yes — cooking bacon by stamford street, Sainsburys is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: sodium ascorbate (antioxidant) and the preservatives sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate, which are typical of processed meats and are not basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in cooking bacon are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in cooking bacon as ultra-processed markers: sodium ascorbate, preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate). 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.