Village Bakery

Soft White Pittas

Barcode 4088600276250

Scanned 78 times by Nomi users

Yes — Soft White Pittas is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains calcium propionate, a preservative additive used to extend shelf life, which is an industrial formulation according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

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

preservative: calcium propionate; wheat starch

A packaged ingredient blend including calcium propionate (a chemical preservative) and wheat starch (a refined carbohydrate) used to extend shelf life and as a thickener.

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Common questions about Soft White Pittas

Is Soft White Pittas ultra-processed?

Yes — Soft White Pittas by Village Bakery is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains calcium propionate, a preservative additive used to extend shelf life, which is an industrial formulation according to NOVA.

What are healthier alternatives to Soft White Pittas?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including WHOLEMEAL PITTA by Cohens Bakery, Organic Pita Bread by Florentin. 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.