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MEDIUM New INSPIRED I'm CUISINE Serving suggesti A

Barcode 4061461153892
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — MEDIUM New INSPIRED I'm CUISINE Serving suggesti A is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives. These include: stabilisers (diphosphates, triphosphates), flavouring, colour: plain caramel, maltodextrin, maize starch (an isolated starch additive), yeast extract, and dextrose. According to NOVA, such industrial additives and refined, isolated sugars and starches make the overall product ultra-processed, even though it also contains many whole-food ingredients (beef, vegetables, beans, rice).

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    burrito style sauce (59%) [minced beef
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    diced red pepper
  • OK
    onions
    A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
  • OK
    crushed tomatoes
  • OK
    beef stock
    A basic liquid made from simmered beef bones and meat to provide savory flavor; may be used as a soup base or cooking liquid.
  • OK
    sweetcom
  • OK
    pinto beans
  • OK
    red kidney beans
    A variety of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) used as a staple legume in many cuisines.
  • OK
    shredded beef beef salt
  • UPF
    diphosphates (stabilizer)
    A class of phosphate esters used as stabilizers in foods to prevent caking, improve texture, or preserve stability of ingredients.
  • UPF
    triphosphates
    A class of phosphate food additive used to preserve moisture, improve texture and assist in leavening in processed meats and other foods.
  • OK
    ground cumin
    A spice made from dried, ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum. Warm, earthy, slightly citrusy flavor commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines.
  • OK
    garlic pure
  • OK
    ground smoked paprika
    Powdered spice made from dried, smoke-cured peppers. A basic single-ingredient spice used for seasoning; not an ultra-processed ingredient.
  • OK
    red chili purée
    A smooth paste made from red chili peppers, used to add heat and color in dishes. Typically a simple, single-ingredient puree.
  • OK
    coriander (cilantro seeds)
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    lemon juice from concentrate
    Lemon juice that has been concentrated and often reconstituted for liquid use in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    corn flour (cornstarch)
    Fine flour derived from corn used as a thickener in sauces and gravies.
  • OK
    ravouring
  • OK
    colour: plain caramel; maltodextrin
  • OK
    maize starch
    Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    dried herbs
    Mixed dried culinary herbs used to season dishes; typically a single-ingredient, low-processor plant product.
  • OK
    pepper extract
    A flavoring extract derived from black pepper, used to impart pepper flavor in foods.
  • OK
    celery extract
  • OK
    cooked long grain rice (30%) (water, long grain rice)
  • OK
    sliced red onions
  • OK
    sliced red pepper
  • OK
    edamame beans (soya). allergy advice:

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Common questions about MEDIUM New INSPIRED I'm CUISINE Serving suggesti A

Is MEDIUM New INSPIRED I'm CUISINE Serving suggesti A ultra-processed?

Yes — MEDIUM New INSPIRED I'm CUISINE Serving suggesti A is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives. These include: stabilisers (diphosphates, triphosphates), flavouring, colour: plain caramel, maltodextrin, maize starch (an isolated starch additive), yeast extract, and dextrose. According to NOVA, such industrial additives and refined, isolated sugars and starches make the overall product ultra-processed, even though it also contains many whole-food ingredients (beef, vegetables, beans, rice).

Which ingredients in MEDIUM New INSPIRED I'm CUISINE Serving suggesti A are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in MEDIUM New INSPIRED I'm CUISINE Serving suggesti A as ultra-processed markers: diphosphates (stabilizer), triphosphates, yeast extract, dextrose. 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.

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