Asda

Sage and onion stuffing mix

Barcode 21011214

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Yes — Sage and onion stuffing mix is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil considered ultra-processed in the provided guidelines. Other ingredients like fortified wheat flour, sunflower oil, salt, herbs, onions, and ammonium carbonates (raising agent) are not themselves UPF per the rules, but the presence of palm oil is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

fortified wheat flour (wheat flour)

Wheat flour that has been enriched with vitamins and minerals (e.g., iron, B vitamins).
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

An essential water-soluble B vitamin involved in energy metabolism; often used as a nutrient supplement or fortificant in foods.
OK

thiamin (b1)

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous system function.
OK

onions (15%)
OK

vegetable oils [palm
OK

sunflower seeds

Seeds from sunflowers, commonly used as a snack or ingredient for texture and nutrition.
OK

salt

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

sage

An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

raising agent (ammonium carbonates)

Common questions about Sage and onion stuffing mix

Is Sage and onion stuffing mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Sage and onion stuffing mix by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil considered ultra-processed in the provided guidelines. Other ingredients like fortified wheat flour, sunflower oil, salt, herbs, onions, and ammonium carbonates (raising agent) are not themselves UPF per the rules, but the presence of palm oil is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

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.