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Yes — 4 Beef Quarter Pounders is ultra-processed.
Not a great choice for everyday.
This product is ultra-processed because it contains bamboo fibre, an industrially processed isolated fibre; emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), an industrial emulsifying additive; and dextrose, an industrially refined sugar. These ingredients are UPF markers under the NOVA classification. The beef, onion, rice flour, spices, herbs, salt, and water do not independently determine the classification.
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Yes — 4 Beef Quarter Pounders by Co Op is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains bamboo fibre, an industrially processed isolated fibre; emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), an industrial emulsifying additive; and dextrose, an industrially refined sugar. These ingredients are UPF markers under the NOVA classification. The beef, onion, rice flour, spices, herbs, salt, and water do not independently determine the classification.
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.