ASDA

Yeast Extract

Barcode 21103858

Scanned 33 times by Nomi users

Yes — Yeast Extract is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially produced flavor enhancer/ingredient rather than a basic culinary ingredient. While the added B vitamins (niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin B12) themselves are not UPF according to the guidance, the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to categorize this as an ultra-processed product under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

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

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
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 (vitamin b1)

A water-soluble B vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism, energy production and nervous system function; commonly used as a dietary supplement or nutrient in foods.
OK

folic acid

A B vitamin (B9) used for fortification of foods and dietary supplements.
OK

riboflavin (b2)

Vitamin B2 used as a fortifying nutrient in foods; a natural component of some ingredients and commonly added in fortification.
OK

vitamin b12

A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.

Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about Yeast Extract

Is Yeast Extract ultra-processed?

Yes — Yeast Extract by ASDA is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially produced flavor enhancer/ingredient rather than a basic culinary ingredient. While the added B vitamins (niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin B12) themselves are not UPF according to the guidance, the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to categorize this as an ultra-processed product under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Yeast Extract are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Yeast Extract as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Yeast Extract?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Mighty Yeast Extract with added vitamins by Grandessa, Reduced Salt Yeast Extract by By sainsbury's, Sainsbury's. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.