Marks & Spencer

6 White Pittas

Barcode 00635677

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Yes — 6 White Pittas is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains preservative E282 (calcium propionate), which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life, making it NOVA ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour (contains gluten)

Ground wheat flour; contains gluten. Includes added minerals/vitamins as part of enrichment.
OK

water

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

yeast

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

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

salt

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

calcium lactate

A calcium salt of lactic acid used as a preservative and acidity regulator.
OK

wheat starch (contains gluten)

Fine, white starch derived from wheat; a gluten-containing carbohydrate used as a thickener or binder in many foods.

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Common questions about 6 White Pittas

Is 6 White Pittas ultra-processed?

Yes — 6 White Pittas by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains preservative E282 (calcium propionate), which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life, making it NOVA ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in 6 White Pittas are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in 6 White Pittas as an ultra-processed marker: calcium lactate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to 6 White Pittas?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including WHOLEMEAL PITTA by Cohens Bakery, Organic Pita Bread by Florentin. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.