Tesco

Cream of Mushroom Soup

Barcode 5000436960218

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Yes — Cream of Mushroom Soup is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), stabilisers such as sodium polyphosphate and sodium phosphates, and flavourings. These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification. Other ingredients like rapeseed oil, sugar, fortified wheat flour, and natural color extracts do not change the UPF status.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

mushroom

A fleshy fungal organism used widely as a vegetable in cooking. Low in calories and rich in umami.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

double cream (_milk_)
UPF

whey protein concentrate

Milk-derived protein concentrate obtained from whey, used as a food ingredient to boost protein content.
OK

_wheat_ flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

stabilisers

Additives used to stabilize emulsions or mixtures in foods, often including gums, alginates, or other texturizers.
OK

(sodium polyphosphate, sodium phosphates)
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

mushroom powder

Powder derived from dried mushrooms, used as a seasoning or umami enhancer.
OK

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
OK

white pepper colours (paprika extract, carotenes)
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.

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Common questions about Cream of Mushroom Soup

Is Cream of Mushroom Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Cream of Mushroom Soup by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), stabilisers such as sodium polyphosphate and sodium phosphates, and flavourings. These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification. Other ingredients like rapeseed oil, sugar, fortified wheat flour, and natural color extracts do not change the UPF status.

Which ingredients in Cream of Mushroom Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Cream of Mushroom Soup as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, whey protein concentrate, yeast extract, stabilisers, flavourings. 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.