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Yes — Cannelloni beans is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed due to use of additive preservatives and processing aids such as calcium chloride (firming agent) and sodium metabisulphite (antioxidant/preservative), which are industrial additives beyond basic culinary ingredients.
Similar products that aren't ultra-processed — swap and keep the flavour.
Other drinks Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
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Black Beans in Water
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REFRIED BEANS
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Not UPF
Yes — Cannelloni beans by Napolina is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed due to use of additive preservatives and processing aids such as calcium chloride (firming agent) and sodium metabisulphite (antioxidant/preservative), which are industrial additives beyond basic culinary ingredients.
Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Organic Cannellini Beans in Water by Biona Organic, Morrisons organic cannelloni beans by Morrissons, Morrisons, Cannellini Beans in Water by Freshona. See the healthier alternatives above for details.
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.