Extra virgin olive oil breadstick

Barcode 00444095

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Yes — Extra virgin olive oil breadstick is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer, fitting NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

olive oil (7%)
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality cold-pressed olive oil (extra virgin) used for cooking and dressing; contains 3% of the product's content as stated but the ingredient itself is olive oil.
OK

sea salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

malted wheat flour

A refined flour produced from wheat that has been malted to convert starches into fermentable sugars, often used in baking for flavor or texture.

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Common questions about Extra virgin olive oil breadstick

Is Extra virgin olive oil breadstick ultra-processed?

Yes — Extra virgin olive oil breadstick is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer, fitting NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

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.