Lidl

Flame-Baked Flatbreads

Barcode 4335619272583

Yes — Flame-Baked Flatbreads is ultra-processed.

The flatbreads contain sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (a stabiliser) and diphosphates (a raising agent), which are industrial additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, niacin, iron, folic acid, thiamin)
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

yeast

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

2.5% extra virgin olive oil
OK

spirit vinegar

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

wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

stabiliser: sodium carboxymethyl cellulose; raising agents: diphosphates
OK

sodium carbonates; fermented wheat flour
OK

salt

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

acidity regulator: citric acid; wheat starch. allergy advice

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Common questions about Flame-Baked Flatbreads

Is Flame-Baked Flatbreads ultra-processed?

Yes — Flame-Baked Flatbreads by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The flatbreads contain sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (a stabiliser) and diphosphates (a raising agent), which are industrial additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods 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.