Sainsbury's

Mini Breadsticks

Barcode 01774047

Scanned 9 times by Nomi users

Yes — Mini Breadsticks is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer and thus considered an ultra-processed ingredient according to the given NOVA-based rules.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

extra virgin olive oil with yeast

A mixture of extra virgin olive oil and yeast. Olive oil is a basic culinary oil, and yeast is a common food leavener/fermentation agent. No added processing additives indicated; treat as a simple blend of two standard food ingredients.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Mini Breadsticks

Is Mini Breadsticks ultra-processed?

Yes — Mini Breadsticks by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer and thus considered an ultra-processed ingredient according to the given NOVA-based rules.

Which ingredients in Mini Breadsticks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Mini Breadsticks as an ultra-processed marker: Barley Malt Extract. 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.