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Seeded Sourdough Loaf by Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer

Seeded Sourdough Loaf

Barcode 29210039
Scanned  101  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Seeded Sourdough Loaf is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract and malt flour, which are industrial malt extracts/flavor enhancers and therefore ultra-processed ingredients under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheatflour (with wheatflour, calcium carbonate iron, niacin, thiamin) water
  • OK
    mixed seeds (9%) (pumpkin, sunflower, millet)
  • OK
    chia seeds
    Small, oval seeds from Salvia hispanica, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein.
  • OK
    sprouted rye grains (2.5%)
  • OK
    rye grains
  • OK
    rye flour
    Finely milled flour produced from rye grains; a common cereal grain used in breads and baked goods.
  • OK
    wholegrain wheatflour
  • OK
    malted rye
    Rye grain that has been malted; used as an ingredient in baking or brewing for sweetness and enzyme activity.
  • OK
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • OK
    barley
    A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.
  • OK
    maltflour
  • OK
    maize germ barley malt extract
  • OK
    wheat flakes
    Thin, crisp flakes made from milled wheat, typically toasted. Used as breakfast cereal or incorporated into foods for texture.

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Common questions about Seeded Sourdough Loaf

Is Seeded Sourdough Loaf ultra-processed?

Yes — Seeded Sourdough Loaf by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract and malt flour, which are industrial malt extracts/flavor enhancers and therefore ultra-processed ingredients under NOVA.

What are healthier alternatives to Seeded Sourdough Loaf?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including SLICED WHITE SOURDOUGH BREAD WITH GRAINS & SEEDS by JASONS SOURDOUGH, seven seeds and grains sourdough by Bertinet Bakery, Hand Finished Oat, Sunflower & Pumpkin Loaf by Coop Irresistible. 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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