Warburtons

Plain Thin Bagels

Barcode 5010044005577

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Yes — Plain Thin Bagels is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the preservative calcium propionate, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life and is considered a UPF ingredient under NOVA. Other ingredients are mostly basic or minimally processed (wheat flour, rapeseed oil, sugar, yeast), but the presence of calcium propionate is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
OK

water

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

yeast

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

sugar

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

salt

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

rapeseed oil

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

maize (corn)

A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

calcium propionate

A food preservative added to baked goods to inhibit mold and bacterial growth.
OK

sweet potato puree

Pureed sweet potatoes; a simple, single-ingredient puree often used as a natural baby food or ingredient in dishes.
OK

malted barley flour

Flour milled from malted barley, a basic cereal ingredient used in baking and brewing.
OK

ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) used as a dough conditioner to strengthen gluten structure in flour.

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Common questions about Plain Thin Bagels

Is Plain Thin Bagels ultra-processed?

Yes — Plain Thin Bagels by Warburtons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the preservative calcium propionate, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life and is considered a UPF ingredient under NOVA. Other ingredients are mostly basic or minimally processed (wheat flour, rapeseed oil, sugar, yeast), but the presence of calcium propionate is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Plain Thin Bagels are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Plain Thin Bagels as an ultra-processed marker: calcium propionate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Plain Thin Bagels?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Bagel Thins by Village Bakery. 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.