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Wholemeal Sunflower & Spelt Loaf by Morrisons
Morrisons

Wholemeal Sunflower & Spelt Loaf

Barcode 5010251737032
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Wholemeal Sunflower & Spelt Loaf is ultra-processed.

The loaf is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processing aids, including emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids; mono- and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and the preservative calcium propionate, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    wholemeal wheat flour
    A coarse, whole-grain flour ground from the entire wheat kernel, used as a basic baking ingredient.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    sunflower seeds
    Toasted or raw sunflower seeds, commonly used as a snack or ingredient in cereals, breads, and mixes.
  • OK
    wholemeal spelt flour (wheat) (3%)
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • 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).
  • OK
    wheat
    A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.
  • OK
    rye
    A cereal grain from the game of rye (Secale cereale); used for breads, crackers, and cereals.
  • OK
    wheatgerm
  • OK
    rye flour
    Finely milled flour produced from rye grains; a common cereal grain used in breads and baked goods.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    emulsifiers (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono - and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids)
  • OK
    soy flour
    A basic single-ingredient flour made from soybeans, used as a gluten-free flour option with high protein content.
  • UPF
    calcium propionate
    A food preservative added to baked goods to inhibit mold and bacterial growth.
  • OK
    malted barley flour
    Flour milled from malted barley, a basic cereal ingredient used in baking and brewing.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
  • OK
    ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)
    Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) used as a dough conditioner to strengthen gluten structure in flour.
  • OK
    acetic acid
    Acetic acid used as acidity regulator or acidulant in foods; a simple, standalone chemical often used in small amounts to adjust pH and flavor.
  • OK
    folic acid
    A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Wholemeal Sunflower & Spelt Loaf

Is Wholemeal Sunflower & Spelt Loaf ultra-processed?

Yes — Wholemeal Sunflower & Spelt Loaf by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The loaf is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processing aids, including emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids; mono- and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and the preservative calcium propionate, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Wholemeal Sunflower & Spelt Loaf are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Wholemeal Sunflower & Spelt Loaf as an ultra-processed marker: calcium propionate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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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