Sainsbury's

Whole cucumber

Barcode 00395113

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No — Whole cucumber is not ultra-processed.

The product contains a single ingredient: cucumber, which is a fresh, unprocessed food with no additives or industrial ingredients, so it is not ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cucumber

A fresh, crunchy green vegetable commonly eaten raw in salads and as a snack.

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Common questions about Whole cucumber

Is Whole cucumber ultra-processed?

No — Whole cucumber by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains a single ingredient: cucumber, which is a fresh, unprocessed food with no additives or industrial ingredients, so it is not ultra-processed according to 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.