Sainsbury's

Cream of Chicken Soup

Barcode 01850765

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Cream of Chicken Soup is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and extracts. Specifically, modified maize starch (an industrially modified starch used as a thickener), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), and garlic extract (a concentrated flavor extract) are all considered UPF ingredients. It also contains generic flavouring, which is typically an industrial flavoring agent. While many other ingredients are basic culinary items (water, chicken, rapeseed oil, fortified wheat flour, cream, salt, spices), the presence of these industrial formulations places the overall product in the UPF category.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

chicken (5%)
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
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

whey protein concentrate

A protein supplement derived from cow's milk, containing protein with lactose and minerals; commonly used in foods and sports nutrition.
OK

double cream (cows milk)
OK

chicken fat

Rendered fat from chicken, a basic culinary fat used for cooking and adding richness.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

salt

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
UPF

carotenes

Natural pigment family (carotenoids) used as a colorant in foods; derived from plant sources. If extracted/isolated as an additive, it is considered an industrially processed ingredient.
OK

paprika extract: sugar
UPF

garlic extract

A flavoring made by concentrating compounds from garlic, used to impart garlic flavor in foods and seasonings.

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Common questions about Cream of Chicken Soup

Is Cream of Chicken Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Cream of Chicken Soup by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and extracts. Specifically, modified maize starch (an industrially modified starch used as a thickener), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), and garlic extract (a concentrated flavor extract) are all considered UPF ingredients. It also contains generic flavouring, which is typically an industrial flavoring agent. While many other ingredients are basic culinary items (water, chicken, rapeseed oil, fortified wheat flour, cream, salt, spices), the presence of these industrial formulations places the overall product in the UPF category.

Which ingredients in Cream of Chicken Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Cream of Chicken Soup as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, yeast extract, flavouring, carotenes, garlic 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.