M&S Food

Chicken And Vegetable Soup

Barcode 00711135

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Yes — Chicken And Vegetable Soup is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the roast chicken stock contains yeast extract, which is an industrially produced flavor enhancer. According to the criteria, the presence of such extracted or synthesized additives makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

roast chicken stock (water, yeast extract, chicken fat, chicken bones, salt, carrots, onions, tomato paste)
OK

bay leaf

A dried leaf from the Bay laurel tree (Laurus nobilis) used as a herb to flavor dishes.
OK

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
OK

potatoes (9%)
OK

chicken thighs (8%)
OK

carrots (7%)
OK

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

parsnips (5%)
OK

single cream (_milk_) (4%)
OK

leeks (3.5%)
OK

peas (3%)
OK

cornflour

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

salt

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

sage

An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.

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Common questions about Chicken And Vegetable Soup

Is Chicken And Vegetable Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken And Vegetable Soup by M&S Food is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the roast chicken stock contains yeast extract, which is an industrially produced flavor enhancer. According to the criteria, the presence of such extracted or synthesized additives makes the overall product UPF.

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.