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Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer by Sainsburys
Sainsburys

Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer

Barcode 01142945
Scanned  54  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer and considered an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA-style criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    fortified british wheat flour
    A basic wheat flour product that has been enriched with added vitamins and minerals (calcium, iron, niacin, and thiamin) to improve its nutritional value; used as a staple baking ingredient.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    wholemeal wheat flour
    A coarse, whole-grain flour ground from the entire wheat kernel, used as a basic baking ingredient.
  • OK
    wholegrain rye flour
    Coarsely ground rye flour containing the bran and germ; used for 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.
  • OK
    wheat gluten
    Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
  • OK
    malted wheat (kibbled)
    Coarsely milled malted wheat used to add flavor and fermentable sugars in baking or brewing contexts.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    wheat bran
    Outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients, commonly used as a baking or cereal ingredient.
  • OK
    rye flour
    Finely milled flour produced from rye grains; a common cereal grain used in breads and baked goods.
  • OK
    roasted barley malt
  • OK
    wheatgerm
  • UPF
    Barley Malt Extract
    Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
  • OK
    starter culture. health suitable for vegetarians

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Common questions about Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer

Is Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer ultra-processed?

Yes — Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer by Sainsburys is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer and considered an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA-style criteria.

Which ingredients in Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer as an ultra-processed marker: Barley Malt Extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Taste the Difference Brown Sourdough Bloomer?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including White Ciabattin by Jason's Sourdough, SLICED WHITE SOURDOUGH BREAD WITH GRAINS & SEEDS by JASONS SOURDOUGH, Rye & Mixed Seed Sourdough Bread by Tesco. 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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