Waitrose

Half ciabattas

Barcode 5000169080948

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

No — Half ciabattas is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists only of basic culinary ingredients (fortified wheat flour, water, olive oil, fermented wheat flour, malted wheat flour, salt, yeast) and contains no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, refined syrups, or gums. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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fortified wheat flour

Flour that has had minerals and vitamins added (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) to enhance nutrition; used as a baking base and staple ingredient.
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water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
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extra virgin olive oil

High-quality olive oil obtained from cold-pressed olives; typically used as a cooking oil or flavoring.
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fermented wheat flour

Wheat flour that has undergone fermentation, typically with yeast or lactic acid bacteria, used to help leaven or alter flavor in baked products.
OK

malted wheat flour

A refined flour produced from wheat that has been malted to convert starches into fermentable sugars, often used in baking for flavor or texture.
OK

salt

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

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.

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Common questions about Half ciabattas

Is Half ciabattas ultra-processed?

No — Half ciabattas by Waitrose is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists only of basic culinary ingredients (fortified wheat flour, water, olive oil, fermented wheat flour, malted wheat flour, salt, yeast) and contains no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, refined syrups, or gums. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under 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.