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Yes — Soft prunes is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed because of the additive preservative potassium sorbate, which is an industrial preservative and thus an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA.
Other fruit & vegetables Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
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Not UPF
Gehackte Tomaten
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Not UPF
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Not UPF
Kimchi
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Not UPF
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Yes — Soft prunes by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because of the additive preservative potassium sorbate, which is an industrial preservative and thus an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA.
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.