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2 Handcrafted Half Ciabattas by Sainsburys
Sainsburys

2 Handcrafted Half Ciabattas

Barcode 01145915
Scanned  38  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — 2 Handcrafted Half Ciabattas is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor and color enhancer according to the provided criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    fortified wheat flour
    Flour that has had minerals and vitamins added (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) to enhance nutrition; used as a baking base and staple ingredient.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    extra virgin olive oil
    Pure, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives. Used as a basic culinary oil, often included in blends or as a finishing oil.
  • OK
    fermented wheat flour
    Wheat flour that has undergone fermentation, typically with yeast or lactic acid bacteria, used to help leaven or alter flavor in baked products.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • 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.

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Common questions about 2 Handcrafted Half Ciabattas

Is 2 Handcrafted Half Ciabattas ultra-processed?

Yes — 2 Handcrafted Half Ciabattas by Sainsburys is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor and color enhancer according to the provided criteria.

What are healthier alternatives to 2 Handcrafted Half Ciabattas?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Ciabatta rolls by Waitrose, 4 ciabatta rolls by ASDA, Ciabatta Roll 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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