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Garlic Bread by Carlos
Carlos

Garlic Bread

Barcode 4088600149684
Scanned  5  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Garlic Bread is ultra-processed.

This garlic bread is ultra-processed because it contains industrial emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and added flavouring within the margarine component, which are key markers of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫 (𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin)
  • OK
    thiamine
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    margarine (rapeseed oil, palm oil, water, emulsifier: mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids; flavouring, colour: carotenes)
  • OK
    garlic purée
    A puree of garlic cloves used to provide garlic flavor.
  • OK
    butter (𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐤)
  • 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
    parsley (0.5%)
  • OK
    flour treatment agent: ascorbic acid; 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫

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Common questions about Garlic Bread

Is Garlic Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — Garlic Bread by Carlos is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This garlic bread is ultra-processed because it contains industrial emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and added flavouring within the margarine component, which are key markers of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

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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