Malted Wheat Bread

Barcode 0267049002000

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Malted Wheat Bread is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted barley flour, barley malt flour, and malted rye flour, which are industrially processed malt extracts/flours used as flavor and color enhancers, fitting NOVA UPF criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

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

water

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

malted barley flour

Flour milled from malted barley, a basic cereal ingredient used in baking and brewing.
OK

malted barley flour

Flour made from barley that has undergone malting to convert starches into fermentable sugars, often used in bread and beer production.
OK

malted rye flour

Rye flour that has been malted, enhancing enzymes and flavor; used in baking and specialty breads.
OK

salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

maize (corn)

A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

citric acid. allergy advice: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. may contain other allergens. prepared in an open kitchen so we cannot guarantee suitability for people with allergies

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Common questions about Malted Wheat Bread

Is Malted Wheat Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — Malted Wheat Bread is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted barley flour, barley malt flour, and malted rye flour, which are industrially processed malt extracts/flours used as flavor and color enhancers, fitting NOVA UPF criteria.

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.