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Best of Both Thick by Hovis
Hovis

Best of Both Thick

Barcode 5010003053793
Scanned  39  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Best of Both Thick is ultra-processed.

The bread contains several ultra-processed additives, including preservative E282 (calcium propionate) and emulsifiers E472e and E471, as well as lecithin E322. These are industrial additives used to extend shelf life and modify texture, which places the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    wheat flour (with added calcium)
  • OK
    iron
    Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    niacin (vitamin b3)
    A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
  • OK
    thiamin (32%)
  • OK
    wholemeal flour (wheat) (32%)
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • OK
    calcium sulfate
    A mineral salt used as a firming agent in foods (calcium sulfate/gypsum); also used as a coagulant in tofu and as a dough conditioner in baking.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    wheat protein
    Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
  • OK
    soy flour
    A basic single-ingredient flour made from soybeans, used as a gluten-free flour option with high protein content.
  • UPF
    calcium lactate
    A calcium salt of lactic acid used as a preservative and acidity regulator.
  • UPF
    e472e emulsifier (polyglycerol esters of fatty acids)
    Emulsifier additive used to improve texture and blend fats and water; a processed polyglycerol ester.
  • UPF
    mono- and diglycerides
    A common food additive used as an emulsifier made from glycerides of fatty acids; often derived from vegetable fats. It helps improve texture and shelf-life.
  • OK
    e322 (rapeseed); flour treatment agent: ascorbic acid

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Common questions about Best of Both Thick

Is Best of Both Thick ultra-processed?

Yes — Best of Both Thick by Hovis is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The bread contains several ultra-processed additives, including preservative E282 (calcium propionate) and emulsifiers E472e and E471, as well as lecithin E322. These are industrial additives used to extend shelf life and modify texture, which places the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Best of Both Thick are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Best of Both Thick as ultra-processed markers: calcium lactate, e472e emulsifier (polyglycerol esters of fatty acids), mono- and diglycerides. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Best of Both Thick?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sourdough White Ciabattin by Jason's, Hand Finished White Sourdough by Coop, Sainsburys White Sourdough Bloomer by Sainsbury’s sourdough bloomer. 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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