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High Fibre Bran by Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's

High Fibre Bran

Barcode 01834901
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — High Fibre Bran is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer, and thus makes the product UPF according to NOVA guidance.

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Common questions about High Fibre Bran

Is High Fibre Bran ultra-processed?

Yes — High Fibre Bran by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer, and thus makes the product UPF according to NOVA guidance.

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.

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