Morrisons The Best

Seeded Sourdough

Barcode 5010525258737

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Yes — Seeded Sourdough is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted barley extract and yeast extract, which are industrially processed flavor enhancers/extracts and are explicitly categorized as UPF ingredients in the given criteria. Other ingredients are minimally processed, but the presence of these extracts makes the overall product UPF according to the specified rules.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A basic cereal flour made from ground wheat grains, often enriched with vitamins and minerals.
OK

water

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

mixed seeds (10%) (sunflower seeds, pumpkin seed, brown linseed, golden linseed)
OK

rye flour

Finely milled flour produced from rye grains; a common cereal grain used in breads and baked goods.
OK

wholemeal wheat flour

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

malted wheat flakes

A processed breakfast cereal made by malting wheat and flaking; typically used as a cereal or ingredient in foods.
OK

malted barley flour

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

rapeseed oil

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

malted barley extract

A concentrated extract from malted barley, used as a brewing adjunct or flavoring. It may be used in foods and drinks for sweetness or malt flavor.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

salt

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

fermented wheat flour

Wheat flour that has undergone fermentation, typically with yeast or lactic acid bacteria, used to help leaven or alter flavor in baked products.

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Common questions about Seeded Sourdough

Is Seeded Sourdough ultra-processed?

Yes — Seeded Sourdough by Morrisons The Best is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted barley extract and yeast extract, which are industrially processed flavor enhancers/extracts and are explicitly categorized as UPF ingredients in the given criteria. Other ingredients are minimally processed, but the presence of these extracts makes the overall product UPF according to the specified rules.

Which ingredients in Seeded Sourdough are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Seeded Sourdough as ultra-processed markers: malted barley extract, yeast extract. 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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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.