Warburtons

Soft Pittas

Barcode 5010044010137

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Yes — Soft Pittas is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains dextrose (an industrially refined sugar) and emulsifiers such as E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and E481 (sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate), which are additives typical of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour with calcium

A basic flour used as a primary baking ingredient; calcium fortification is common in some wheat flours.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3) and thiamin (vitamin b1)

A combination of vitamins added to foods; could indicate fortified ingredient or supplement.
OK

water

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

wholemeal wheat flour

A coarse, whole-grain flour ground from the entire wheat kernel, used as a basic baking ingredient.
OK

wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
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

extra virgin 8400kj olive oil
OK

sugar

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

e481; stabiliser: soya

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Common questions about Soft Pittas

Is Soft Pittas ultra-processed?

Yes — Soft Pittas by Warburtons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains dextrose (an industrially refined sugar) and emulsifiers such as E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and E481 (sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate), which are additives typical of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Soft Pittas are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Soft Pittas as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, emulsifier e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Soft Pittas?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including WHOLEMEAL PITTA by Cohens Bakery, Organic Pita Bread by Florentin. 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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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.