Hovis

granary wholemeal bread

Barcode 5010003000292

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Yes — granary wholemeal bread is ultra-processed.

Product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including emulsifiers E471 and E472e, preservative E282, and refined palm oil. These industrial additives and refined fat classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wholemeal flour (wheat)
OK

water

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

original granary blend (granary malted wheat flakes (9%), toasted wheat, toasted rye)
OK

wheat protein

Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
OK

granulated sugar

A basic, white crystalline sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beet; a common sweetener used in baking and cooking.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

salt

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

soya flour. wheat flour (with added calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

barley flour

Fine flour ground from barley; used in baking and as a cereal ingredient.
OK

caramelised sugar

A sugar that has been heated to develop a caramel flavor and color; essentially a processed form of sugar.
OK

vegetable oil (palm, rapeseed)
UPF

emulsifier e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids)

A common food additive used to stabilize and combine fats and liquids in processed foods.
OK

e472e; preservative: e282
OK

barley fibre

Dietary fiber derived from barley; used to increase fibre content in foods or as a functional ingredient.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c) used as flour treatment agent

Ascorbic acid added to flour as a processing agent to improve dough strength and flour performance; commonly used as a bakery additive.

Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about granary wholemeal bread

Is granary wholemeal bread ultra-processed?

Yes — granary wholemeal bread by Hovis is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including emulsifiers E471 and E472e, preservative E282, and refined palm oil. These industrial additives and refined fat classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in granary wholemeal bread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in granary wholemeal bread as an ultra-processed marker: emulsifier e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to granary wholemeal bread?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sourdough Wholemeal Ciabattin by Jason's. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.