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Yes — Fish Cakes is ultra-processed.
Not a great choice for everyday eating.
Fish cakes are a ready-to-eat processed food containing several ingredients that indicate ultra-processing. The emulsifier E471, natural flavoring, and vinegar powder are pre-identified UPF ingredients and contribute directly to the classification. Potato starch and dried yeast are also processed ingredients used in the formulation, while the preservative E223 supports extended shelf life. Therefore, this product is classified as ultra-processed under the stated NOVA criteria.
Yes — Fish Cakes is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Fish cakes are a ready-to-eat processed food containing several ingredients that indicate ultra-processing. The emulsifier E471, natural flavoring, and vinegar powder are pre-identified UPF ingredients and contribute directly to the classification. Potato starch and dried yeast are also processed ingredients used in the formulation, while the preservative E223 supports extended shelf life. Therefore, this product is classified as ultra-processed under the stated NOVA criteria.
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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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.