Marks & Spencer

Cream of mushroom soup

Barcode 00816397

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Yes — Cream of mushroom soup is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives: yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient and flavor enhancer), maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), and flavouring (an added flavoring agent). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so under NOVA this soup is a UPF.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

mushrooms (12%)
OK

cream (1.5%)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

whey protein
UPF

concentrated mushrooms

Mushroom concentrate used as a flavoring or stock base; a concentrated form of mushrooms.
OK

wheat flour

Refined wheat flour fortified with minerals and B vitamins (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin). Common basic baking ingredient.
OK

butter

A dairy product made by churning cream; a basic fat used in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Cream of mushroom soup

Is Cream of mushroom soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Cream of mushroom soup by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives: yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient and flavor enhancer), maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), and flavouring (an added flavoring agent). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so under NOVA this soup is a UPF.

Which ingredients in Cream of mushroom soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Cream of mushroom soup as ultra-processed markers: concentrated mushrooms, yeast extract, maltodextrin, flavouring. 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.