Bramwells

Minestone soup

Barcode 4088600063546

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Minestone soup is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives: palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), dried glucose syrup (industrially refined sugar syrup), flavourings (industrial flavour additives), and antioxidant: extract of rosemary (an isolated additive). These ingredients move the product into the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

croutons (14%) [wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

antioxidant: extract of rosemary
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

dried ring noodles (11%) (wheat flour, salt)
UPF

dried glucose syrup

Concentrated, dried form of glucose syrup, a refined sweetener derived from carbohydrates.
OK

tomato powder (10%)
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

dried vegetables (8%) (peas, carrot, onion, leek)
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

vegetable oils (sunflower oil, palm oil)
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
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.
UPF

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.

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Common questions about Minestone soup

Is Minestone soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Minestone soup by Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives: palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), dried glucose syrup (industrially refined sugar syrup), flavourings (industrial flavour additives), and antioxidant: extract of rosemary (an isolated additive). These ingredients move the product into the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Minestone soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Minestone soup as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, dried glucose syrup, flavourings, black pepper extract. 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.