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Multigrain Melba Toast by Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's

Multigrain Melba Toast

Barcode 01773934
Scanned  13  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Multigrain Melba Toast is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier (soya lecithin) and flour treatment agent, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and processing properties.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wholewheat flour
    A basic milled flour made from the whole grain of wheat, including bran and germ. Used for baking breads and other baked goods.
  • 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
    oats
    Whole grain cereal from the Avena sativa plant; commonly consumed as a breakfast staple or used in baking.
  • 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
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    rye flour
    Finely milled flour produced from rye grains; a common cereal grain used in breads and baked goods.
  • OK
    millet
    A small, gluten-free cereal grain used as a staple in various cuisines. Nutty-flavored, high in fiber and minerals.
  • OK
    soya bean meal
  • OK
    maize (corn)
    A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
  • UPF
    emulsifier
    A generic food additive that helps blend ingredients with different phases (oil and water); often an industrial or processed ingredient.
  • UPF
    soya lecithin
    A soy-derived emulsifier used to improve texture and stability in foods.
  • OK
    malted rye
    Rye grain that has been malted; used as an ingredient in baking or brewing for sweetness and enzyme activity.
  • OK
    rice flour
    A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    sour dough
  • OK
    caraway seed
    Dried seeds of Carum carvi, used as a spice or seasoning.
  • OK
    sesame seed
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in 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
    flour treatment agent
    A processing aid used to treat flour during milling to improve baking properties (e.g., bleaching or maturing agents); typically not consumed directly.
  • OK
    ascorbic acid (vitamin c)
    A water-soluble vitamin (vitamin C) used as an antioxidant and preservative in foods.

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Common questions about Multigrain Melba Toast

Is Multigrain Melba Toast ultra-processed?

Yes — Multigrain Melba Toast by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier (soya lecithin) and flour treatment agent, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and processing properties.

Which ingredients in Multigrain Melba Toast are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Multigrain Melba Toast as ultra-processed markers: emulsifier, soya lecithin. 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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