John West

JOHN WEST Tuna light lunch

Barcode 5000171050434

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Yes — JOHN WEST Tuna light lunch is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), guar gum (a stabilizing/thickening additive), natural mustard flavouring (industrial flavouring), and refined sugar. These additives and industrial ingredients place it in the ultra-processed category under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

skipjack tuna (20%)
OK

potatoes (15%)
OK

sweetcorn (13%)
OK

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

pasta (12%) (water, wheat flour, egg white powder)
OK

green beans (8%)
OK

red peppers

Red bell peppers providing color and sweetness; a basic vegetable ingredient.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

whole grain mustard (water, mustard, seeds, spirit vinegar, salt)
OK

water

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

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

salt

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

thickener: guar gum
OK

mustard flour
UPF

natural mustard flavouring

A flavoring extract derived from mustard used to impart mustard-like aroma and taste.
OK

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about JOHN WEST Tuna light lunch

Is JOHN WEST Tuna light lunch ultra-processed?

Yes — JOHN WEST Tuna light lunch by John West is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), guar gum (a stabilizing/thickening additive), natural mustard flavouring (industrial flavouring), and refined sugar. These additives and industrial ingredients place it in the ultra-processed category under the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in JOHN WEST Tuna light lunch are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in JOHN WEST Tuna light lunch as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, natural mustard flavouring. 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.