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Yes — Sliced Jalapeños is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several food additives beyond basic culinary ingredients: a firming agent (calcium chloride) and an antioxidant/preservative (potassium metabisulphite). These are industrial additives used to modify texture and extend shelf life, which fits NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods, even though the main ingredient is simply jalapeño chilli in brine and vinegar.
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Three Bean Salad in Water
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Black beans in water
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Organic red kidney beans in water
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Yes — Sliced Jalapeños is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several food additives beyond basic culinary ingredients: a firming agent (calcium chloride) and an antioxidant/preservative (potassium metabisulphite). These are industrial additives used to modify texture and extend shelf life, which fits NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods, even though the main ingredient is simply jalapeño chilli in brine and vinegar.
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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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.