Wheat Bisks

Barcode 21115196

Scanned 67 times by Nomi users

Yes — Wheat Bisks is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include malted barley extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the provided NOVA guidance. Other ingredients like sugar, salt, whole wheat, and vitamin/mineral fortification are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of malted barley extract makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

whole wheat (95%)
UPF

malted barley extract

A concentrated extract from malted barley, used as a brewing adjunct or flavoring. It may be used in foods and drinks for sweetness or malt flavor.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

salt

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

vitamin and mineral mix [niacin (b3)
OK

iron

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

riboflavin (b2)

Vitamin B2 used as a fortifying nutrient in foods; a natural component of some ingredients and commonly added in fortification.
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 (b9)]

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Common questions about Wheat Bisks

Is Wheat Bisks ultra-processed?

Yes — Wheat Bisks by is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include malted barley extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the provided NOVA guidance. Other ingredients like sugar, salt, whole wheat, and vitamin/mineral fortification are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of malted barley extract makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Wheat Bisks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Wheat Bisks as an ultra-processed marker: malted barley extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Wheat Bisks?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Nestle Shredded wheat 24pk by Nestlé. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.