Uncle Ben’s

Lunch bowl

Barcode 4002359019678

Scanned 10 times by Nomi users

Yes — Lunch bowl is ultra-processed.

Contains natural flavouring, which is an industrial additive. Also contains unspecified natural colour, which is typically an isolated additive. Under NOVA, the presence of such additives makes the product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

steamed parboiled wholegrain rice (33%)
OK

adzuki beans (19%)
OK

steamed pearl barley (16%)
OK

sweetcorn (7,7%)
OK

steamed red quinoa (5,6%)
OK

red pepper (5,0%)
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

lime juice

Juice extracted from limes; a basic culinary ingredient used for acidity and flavor.
OK

salt

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

spice (0,3%)
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

natural colour
OK

jalapeño pepper

A moderately hot chili pepper used fresh, pickled, or cooked in a wide range of cuisines. Green when young, turning red as it matures.
OK

herb

A general culinary plant used to flavor dishes; lacks specificity of species.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.

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Common questions about Lunch bowl

Is Lunch bowl ultra-processed?

Yes — Lunch bowl by Uncle Ben’s is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains natural flavouring, which is an industrial additive. Also contains unspecified natural colour, which is typically an isolated additive. Under NOVA, the presence of such additives makes the product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Lunch bowl are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Lunch bowl as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.