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Cream of Tomato Soup by Heinz
Heinz

Cream of Tomato Soup

Barcode 5000157062758
Scanned  62  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Cream of Tomato Soup is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified cornflour, an industrially processed ingredient used as a thickener, and spice/herb extracts which are industrial flavoring components, all of which fall under NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    tomatoes (89%)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • UPF
    modified starch (corn)
    Chemically or enzymatically modified starch used as a thickener and texture enhancer in processed foods.
  • 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
    dried skimmed milk
    Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    cream (milk)
    Dairy cream made from milk, a basic culinary ingredient.
  • OK
    milk proteins
    Proteins derived from milk (e.g., casein, whey proteins) used as a food ingredient to add texture, nutrition, or functional properties.
  • OK
    acidity regulator - citric acid
  • UPF
    spice extracts
    Concentrated flavouring derived from spices; a processed extract used to impart aroma or taste.
  • OK
    herb extract
    Derived from herbs to impart aroma or flavor; can be used as a natural flavoring or aroma ingredient.

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Common questions about Cream of Tomato Soup

Is Cream of Tomato Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Cream of Tomato Soup by Heinz is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified cornflour, an industrially processed ingredient used as a thickener, and spice/herb extracts which are industrial flavoring components, all of which fall under NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

Which ingredients in Cream of Tomato Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Cream of Tomato Soup as ultra-processed markers: modified starch (corn), spice extracts. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Cream of Tomato Soup?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Tomato & Basil by New Covent Garden Soup Co., Creamy tomato Soup by New Covent Garden Soup Co, Cream Of Tomato Soup by M&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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