Marks & Spencer

Cream of Chicken Soup

Barcode 00816236

Scanned 22 times by Nomi users

Yes — Cream of Chicken Soup is ultra-processed.

The product contains the UPF ingredient "arôme" (flavouring), which is an industrial flavouring additive. According to the instructions, any presence of such additives classifies the product as ultra-processed (UPF). Additional UPF-contributing ingredients include "extrait de levure" (yeast extract), an industrial flavor enhancer, and refined "fécule de maïs" (corn starch) used as a processed thickener.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
OK

corn starch

Fine white starch extracted from corn used as a thickener. Not an ultra-processed ingredient.
OK

blanc de poluet cuit (3%)
OK

bouillon de poulet rôti (eau sel extrait de levure, viande de poulet, os de poulet, fécule de maïs, poivre blanc moulu, graines de fenouil moulues, feuills de laurier, persil, ail, oignons, oireaux, carottes)
OK

crème (lait) (1.5%)
OK

rapeseed oil (canola oil)

A common edible vegetable oil pressed from rapeseed. Used for cooking and frying.
OK

protelne de laçtoserum (lait)
OK

graisse de poulet
OK

yeast extract

A flavoring ingredient derived from yeast, commonly used to enhance savory umami notes. It can be a simple extract from Saccharomyces cerevisiae and is widely used in broths, soups, and snacks.
OK

fraine de blé contient gluten
UPF

aroma/flavoring

Flavoring agent used to impart or enhance taste; can be natural or artificial.
OK

salt

A mineral compound used as a seasoning and preservative; is a fundamental food ingredient.
OK

ground white pepper

Finely milled pepper from ripe white peppercorns, offering mild, crisp heat often used in light-colored dishes.

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Common questions about Cream of Chicken Soup

Is Cream of Chicken Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Cream of Chicken Soup by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains the UPF ingredient "arôme" (flavouring), which is an industrial flavouring additive. According to the instructions, any presence of such additives classifies the product as ultra-processed (UPF). Additional UPF-contributing ingredients include "extrait de levure" (yeast extract), an industrial flavor enhancer, and refined "fécule de maïs" (corn starch) used as a processed thickener.

Which ingredients in Cream of Chicken Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Cream of Chicken Soup as an ultra-processed marker: aroma/flavoring. 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.