Harvest Morn

Wheat Bisks

Barcode 4088600247519

Scanned 341 times by Nomi users

Yes — Wheat Bisks is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed flavoring ingredient considered ultra-processed in the NOVA system. Other components such as sugar, salt and added vitamins/minerals do not change this classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

whole _wheat_ (95%)
UPF

barley malt extract

Concentrated extract derived from barley malt, used as a sweetener or flavoring; common in brewing and baking. It is a processed, concentrated form.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

riboflavin

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Wheat Bisks

Is Wheat Bisks ultra-processed?

Yes — Wheat Bisks by Harvest Morn is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed flavoring ingredient considered ultra-processed in the NOVA system. Other components such as sugar, salt and added vitamins/minerals do not change this classification.

Which ingredients in Wheat Bisks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Wheat Bisks as an ultra-processed marker: barley malt extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Wheat Bisks?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Nestle Shredded wheat 24pk by Nestlé. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.