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Oakhurst

Turkey breast joint

Barcode 4061459446845
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Turkey breast joint is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives used primarily for texture and processing: thickeners (guar gum, xanthan gum) and a stabiliser (sodium carbonates). According to NOVA, the presence of such emulsifiers/thickeners/stabilizers moves a product into the ultra-processed category, even if the base ingredient is unprocessed meat.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    turkey breast
    Lean poultry meat (turkey breast) constituting 90% of the ingredient; a basic protein source.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic refined flour made from wheat, enriched with vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, folic acid, iron, niacin, thiamin). Common baking ingredient.
  • UPF
    guar gum
    Plant-derived thickening agent used as a stabilizer in foods.
  • UPF
    xanthan gum; dried oregano
    A combination of a food additive thickener (xanthan gum) and dried herb (oregano) used for flavoring and texture.
  • OK
    dried parsley
    Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
  • OK
    dried sage
    Dried leaves of the sage herb (Salvia officinalis) used as a culinary herb for aroma and flavor.
  • OK
    thyme
    A small-leaved, woody herb used as a seasoning for meats, vegetables, and soups; dried form concentrates its aromatic oils.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.

Common questions about Turkey breast joint

Is Turkey breast joint ultra-processed?

Yes — Turkey breast joint by Oakhurst is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives used primarily for texture and processing: thickeners (guar gum, xanthan gum) and a stabiliser (sodium carbonates). According to NOVA, the presence of such emulsifiers/thickeners/stabilizers moves a product into the ultra-processed category, even if the base ingredient is unprocessed meat.

Which ingredients in Turkey breast joint are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Turkey breast joint as ultra-processed markers: guar gum, xanthan gum; dried oregano. 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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