Aunt Bessie’s

Mashed Potato

Barcode 5000227510844

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

No — Mashed Potato is not ultra-processed.

This mashed potato is made from basic culinary ingredients: potatoes, milk, butter, salt, and white pepper. These are minimally processed foods used in traditional cooking, and there are no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, or other markers of ultra-processing present.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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potatoes

Common starchy vegetable used as a staple in many cuisines; typically boiled, mashed, or roasted.
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milk

Dairy liquid produced by mammals; used as a beverage or ingredient in cooking and baking.
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butter

Dairy-fat spread made from churning cream, rich in fat and used as a cooking fat or flavoring.
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salt

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

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

Common questions about Mashed Potato

Is Mashed Potato ultra-processed?

No — Mashed Potato by Aunt Bessie’s is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This mashed potato is made from basic culinary ingredients: potatoes, milk, butter, salt, and white pepper. These are minimally processed foods used in traditional cooking, and there are no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, or other markers of ultra-processing present.

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.