John West

Super tuna salad

Barcode 5000171060051

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Yes — Super tuna salad is ultra-processed.

The product contains guar gum, a thickener/stabilizer additive, and lemon juice concentrate, which are industrially processed ingredients. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives makes the item ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked bulgur wheat (21%)
OK

skipjack tuna (18%)
OK

tomatoes (14%)
OK

carrots (10%)

Root vegetable, commonly used as a vegetable component.
OK

red peppers (10%)
OK

onions

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

chickpeas (7%)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

sultanas (2%) (containing rapeseed oil)
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
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

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

thickener: guar gum; bay leaves
OK

spices. o contain traces of celery
OK

eggs

A versatile animal-derived protein from hens; basic ingredient in many dishes and baked goods.
OK

rd. fish
OK

some bones may remain. or preservatives. atmosphere

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Common questions about Super tuna salad

Is Super tuna salad ultra-processed?

Yes — Super tuna salad by John West is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains guar gum, a thickener/stabilizer additive, and lemon juice concentrate, which are industrially processed ingredients. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives makes the item ultra-processed (UPF).

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.