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Yes — Fusili gluten free is ultra-processed.
The product contains the emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, which is an industrial additive used to modify texture and extend shelf life. According to the NOVA classification, the presence of such emulsifiers makes the product ultra-processed (UPF).
Other cupboard staples Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Fusilli Pasta
One Stop
Not UPF
Medium egg noodles
Combino
Not UPF
Pearl barley
Great Scot
Not UPF
Quinoa
Napolina
Not UPF
Quinoa White
Latin American Style, Vemondo
Not UPF
Simply Cooked 100% Quinoa Red & White
Merchant Gourmet
Not UPF
Easy Cook Brown Rice
Worldwide Foods
Not UPF
Medium Egg Noodles
Asia Specialties
Not UPF
Wholeweat giant couscous
Not UPF
Lasagne Pasta
Tesco
Not UPF
Yes — Fusili gluten free by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains the emulsifier mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, which is an industrial additive used to modify texture and extend shelf life. According to the NOVA classification, the presence of such emulsifiers makes the product ultra-processed (UPF).
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.