Chicken Barley Soup

Barcode 5000157154248

Yes — Chicken Barley Soup is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes unspecified flavourings and natural colour, which are industrial additives under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

pearl barley

Pearl barley is a processed form of barley with the hull removed, commonly used in porridge, soups, and grain dishes.
OK

carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

parsnips
OK

leek

A mild, elongated green vegetable with a white base used in many dishes.
OK

chicken

A basic animal protein used in many dishes; commonly sold as fresh or processed meat.
OK

salt

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

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

natural colour

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Common questions about Chicken Barley Soup

Is Chicken Barley Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Barley Soup is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes unspecified flavourings and natural colour, which are industrial additives under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Chicken Barley Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chicken Barley Soup as an ultra-processed marker: flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.