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Granary Medium by Hovis
Hovis

Granary Medium

Barcode 5010003001169
Scanned  76  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Granary Medium is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier E472e (mono- and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), which is an industrial emulsifier additive, beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour (wheat, calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    original granary blend (granary malted wheat flakes (11%), malted barley flour, toasted wheat, toasted rye)
  • OK
    wheat protein
    Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
  • 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
    vinegar
    A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
  • OK
    soy flour
    A basic single-ingredient flour made from soybeans, used as a gluten-free flour option with high protein content.
  • OK
    granulated sugar
    A basic, white crystalline sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beet; a common sweetener used in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    caramelised sugar
    A sugar that has been heated to develop a caramel flavor and color; essentially a processed form of sugar.
  • OK
    emulsifier: e472e
  • 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.

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Common questions about Granary Medium

Is Granary Medium ultra-processed?

Yes — Granary Medium by Hovis is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier E472e (mono- and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), which is an industrial emulsifier additive, beyond basic culinary ingredients.

What are healthier alternatives to Granary Medium?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including SLICED WHITE SOURDOUGH BREAD WITH GRAINS & SEEDS by JASONS SOURDOUGH, seven seeds and grains sourdough by Bertinet Bakery, Hand Finished Oat, Sunflower & Pumpkin Loaf by Coop Irresistible. 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?

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