Yes — Hojiblanca Olives is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes a stabiliser (E579, ferrous gluconate), which is an industrial additive, and refined rapeseed oil, which is a refined/processed oil. These additives move the product into the NOVA ultra-processed category.
Other fruit & vegetables Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
QUEEN BUTTER BEANS
8OLD BEANCO
Not UPF
Cannellini beans
Asda
Not UPF
Chargrilled peppers
Aldi
Not UPF
Cannellini Beans in water
Not UPF
Pickled cornichons
By Sainsbury's
Not UPF
Pickled Gherkins in Vinegar
Sainsbury's
Not UPF
Lentils
Cirio, Conserve Italia
Not UPF
Chopped Tomatoes with Herbs
Freshona, Lidl
Not UPF
Sliced Water Chestnuts
By sainsbury's
Not UPF
Butter Beans
KTC
Not UPF
Yes — Hojiblanca Olives by M&S is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes a stabiliser (E579, ferrous gluconate), which is an industrial additive, and refined rapeseed oil, which is a refined/processed oil. These additives move the product into the NOVA ultra-processed category.
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.