Lidl,

Multigrain Farmhouse

Barcode 4056489238997

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Yes — Multigrain Farmhouse is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and highly processed ingredients: palm oil (highly refined oil), emulsifiers (stearoyl-2-lactylates, rapeseed lecithins), and caramelised sugar used as a coloring/flavor additive. These additives and refined components move the product into the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

5% malted wheat flakes
OK

4% sprouted barley grains (barley grains, sourdough (water, barley flour, starter culture], salt), 3,5% mixed seeds (golden linseeds, sunflower seeds, poppy seeds), brown sugar, yeast, wheat gluten, salt, spirit vinegar, wheat bran, palm oil, fermented wheat flour, soya flour, caramelised sugar, rapeseed oil, emulsifiers: stearoyl-2-lactylates, rapeseed lecithins, flour treatment agent: ascorbic acid, 4 056489 2389977 c recycle with bags at larger stores check locally kerbside allergy for alle in bold * s f t e f)

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Common questions about Multigrain Farmhouse

Is Multigrain Farmhouse ultra-processed?

Yes — Multigrain Farmhouse by Lidl, is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and highly processed ingredients: palm oil (highly refined oil), emulsifiers (stearoyl-2-lactylates, rapeseed lecithins), and caramelised sugar used as a coloring/flavor additive. These additives and refined components move the product into the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

What are healthier alternatives to Multigrain Farmhouse?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sourdough Wholemeal Ciabattin by Jason'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?

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.