EMPORIUM

REDUCED FAT SOFT CHEESE

Barcode 4088600046662

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Yes — REDUCED FAT SOFT CHEESE is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives such as guar gum and carrageenan used as stabilisers and thickeners. These additives are markers of ultra-processing under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

reduced fat soft cheese (milk)
OK

salt

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

guar gum

A plant-derived thickening agent used as a stabiliser in foods; an additive that may be isolated/processed.
OK

carrageenan; citrus fibre. allergy advice:

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Common questions about REDUCED FAT SOFT CHEESE

Is REDUCED FAT SOFT CHEESE ultra-processed?

Yes — REDUCED FAT SOFT CHEESE by EMPORIUM is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives such as guar gum and carrageenan used as stabilisers and thickeners. These additives are markers of ultra-processing under the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in REDUCED FAT SOFT CHEESE are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in REDUCED FAT SOFT CHEESE as an ultra-processed marker: guar gum. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to REDUCED FAT SOFT CHEESE?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Lighter soft cheese by By Sainsbury's, Lighter Creamy Soft Cheese by Marks & Spencer, M&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?

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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.