by sainsbury's

Vegetable Stock Cubes

Barcode 01787573

Scanned 23 times by Nomi users

Yes — Vegetable Stock Cubes is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), hydrolysed soya protein (industrial protein hydrolysate used for flavor), and flavourings. These are hallmarks of industrial formulations per NOVA.

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock Cubes

Is Vegetable Stock Cubes ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock Cubes by by sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), hydrolysed soya protein (industrial protein hydrolysate used for flavor), and flavourings. These are hallmarks of industrial formulations per NOVA.

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.