Waitrose

Multiseed farmhouse batch

Barcode 5000169145500

Scanned 22 times by Nomi users

Yes — Multiseed farmhouse batch is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), which are additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

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.
OK

water

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

mixed seeds (17%) (sunflower seeds, linseed, millet seeds, pumpkin seeds, poppy seeds)
OK

yeast

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

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

salt

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

emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids)

A food-grade emulsifier additive used to blend fats and liquids in processed foods. It comprises mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids and ester derivatives such as diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides (DATEM). These are common industrially produced emulsifiers.
OK

malted barley flour

Flour made from barley that has undergone malting to convert starches into fermentable sugars, often used in bread and beer production.
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

rapeseed oil

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

ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) used as a dough conditioner to strengthen gluten structure in flour.

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Common questions about Multiseed farmhouse batch

Is Multiseed farmhouse batch ultra-processed?

Yes — Multiseed farmhouse batch by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), which are additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Multiseed farmhouse batch are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Multiseed farmhouse batch as an ultra-processed marker: emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids). 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.