Yes — Potato Scones is ultra-processed.
Not ideal for everyday eating because it contains an industrial preservative.
Potato scones are classified as ultra-processed because they contain potassium sorbate, an industrial preservative additive. The other ingredients are basic culinary ingredients or fortification nutrients, but the preservative is sufficient for a UPF classification.
Other breakfast cereals & bars Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
WHOLEMEAL PITTA
Cohens Bakery
Not UPF
Seeded Wheat Bread
M&S
Not UPF
GARLIC & HERB CROUTONS
TESCO
Not UPF
Sainsbury’s Wholemeal Loaf 800g
Sainsbury's
Not UPF
Rye Bread
Marks & Spencers
Not UPF
Seeded Oat Snack
Marks & Spencers
Not UPF
Spanish Cheese And Tomato Pan De Cristal
M&S
Not UPF
White Bread
M&S FOOD
Not UPF
Sourdough White Loaf
Deluxe
Not UPF
Yes — Potato Scones by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Potato scones are classified as ultra-processed because they contain potassium sorbate, an industrial preservative additive. The other ingredients are basic culinary ingredients or fortification nutrients, but the preservative is sufficient for a UPF classification.
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.