Yes — Spicy smashed avocado is ultra-processed.
Contains several ultra-processed additives including sodium ascorbate (pre-identified UPF ingredient), flavouring, potassium sorbate (preservative), and sodium citrates, so it is classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.
Other sauces, condiments & spreads Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Classic Kimchi
Mrs Elswood
Not UPF
Smashed Avocado
Tesco
Not UPF
Sundried Cherry Tomato & Basil
Heinz
Not UPF
Tomato Passata
Cucina
Not UPF
Concentrado de tomate
Mutti
Not UPF
Passata Sieved Tomatoes
Napolina
Not UPF
Tomato Puree Double Concentrate
Cucina
Not UPF
Ready to eat crunchy carrot with houmous
Marks & Spencer
Not UPF
Italian sun ripened tomato & fresh basil pasta sauce
Mr Organic
Not UPF
Yes — Spicy smashed avocado by Aldi, Specially Selected is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains several ultra-processed additives including sodium ascorbate (pre-identified UPF ingredient), flavouring, potassium sorbate (preservative), and sodium citrates, so it is classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.
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.
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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.