Asia Specialities

Ready To Wok medium noodles

Barcode 4088600163154

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Yes — Ready To Wok medium noodles is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives: glucono-delta-lactone (acidity regulator) and guar gum (thickener). These extracted, isolated additives are characteristic of UPFs in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking ingredient; simple, minimally processed cereal product.
OK

gluten

Protein complex formed from wheat; provides structure and elasticity in doughs; widely used as a food ingredient.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

lodized salt (sodium chloride, potassium lodate)
OK

acidity regulator. glucono-delta-lactone; thickener: guar gum. allergy advice: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. dietary advice: suitable for vegetarians. no artificial flavourings

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Common questions about Ready To Wok medium noodles

Is Ready To Wok medium noodles ultra-processed?

Yes — Ready To Wok medium noodles by Asia Specialities is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives: glucono-delta-lactone (acidity regulator) and guar gum (thickener). These extracted, isolated additives are characteristic of UPFs in the NOVA system.

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.