Tesco

Light Olive Spread

Barcode 5000436197232

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Yes — Light Olive Spread is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, sunflower lecithin), stabiliser (sodium alginate), preservative (potassium sorbate), added flavouring, and added colour (beta-carotene). The presence of these industrial additives and refined palm oil classifies the spread as an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

olive oil (21%)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

salt (1%)
OK

emulsifiers (mono - and di-glycerides of fatty acids, sunflower lecithin)
OK

stabiliser (sodium alginate)
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
UPF

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as a acidity regulator and preservative in foods; often added as E270 to adjust pH and inhibit microbial growth.
UPF

beta-carotene

A natural or synthetic orange pigment used as a colorant in foods and supplements.
OK

flavouring. suitable for vegans storage keep refrigerated. best before: see lid

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Common questions about Light Olive Spread

Is Light Olive Spread ultra-processed?

Yes — Light Olive Spread by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, sunflower lecithin), stabiliser (sodium alginate), preservative (potassium sorbate), added flavouring, and added colour (beta-carotene). The presence of these industrial additives and refined palm oil classifies the spread as an ultra-processed food.

Which ingredients in Light Olive Spread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Light Olive Spread as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, potassium sorbate, lactic acid, beta-carotene. 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.