Village Bakery

5 Sesame Bagels

Barcode 4088600259390

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Yes — 5 Sesame Bagels is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes calcium propionate (a preservative) and malted barley (an industrial flavor enhancer extract). These extracted additives place it in NOVA Group 4, even though many other ingredients are basic culinary items.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour (_wheat _flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

water

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

_sesame seeds_ (3.5%)
OK

rye flour

Finely milled flour produced from rye grains; a common cereal grain used in breads and baked goods.
OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

com grit
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

salt

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

calcium propionate

Calcium propionate is a synthetic calcium salt used as a preservative to prevent mold and extend shelf life in baked goods and some dairy products.
OK

_wheat gluten_
OK

_malted barley_
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

four treatment agent ascorbic add

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Common questions about 5 Sesame Bagels

Is 5 Sesame Bagels ultra-processed?

Yes — 5 Sesame Bagels by Village Bakery is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes calcium propionate (a preservative) and malted barley (an industrial flavor enhancer extract). These extracted additives place it in NOVA Group 4, even though many other ingredients are basic culinary items.

Which ingredients in 5 Sesame Bagels are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in 5 Sesame Bagels as an ultra-processed marker: calcium propionate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to 5 Sesame Bagels?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including plain bagel by Cohen's. 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?

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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.