Tesco

Rice Pudding

Barcode 5000436030232

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No — Rice Pudding is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains basic culinary ingredients (milk, water, rice, sugar, whey powder) and a simple acidity regulator (sodium carbonate). There are no ultra-processed additives like emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrial syrups, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

whole milk

Milk with no or minimal fat removal, commonly used as a dairy beverage and ingredient.
OK

skim milk

Low-fat milk from which the fat portion has been removed; a basic dairy ingredient used as a beverage or in cooking.
OK

water

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

rice

Cereal grain ingredient used in foods; likely refers to rice content in a product.
OK

sugar

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

whey powder

Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
OK

acidity regulator (sodium carbonate)

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Common questions about Rice Pudding

Is Rice Pudding ultra-processed?

No — Rice Pudding by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains basic culinary ingredients (milk, water, rice, sugar, whey powder) and a simple acidity regulator (sodium carbonate). There are no ultra-processed additives like emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrial syrups, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.