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Chicken And Vegetable Broth by Morrisons
Morrisons

Chicken And Vegetable Broth

Barcode 5010525281513
Scanned  14  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Chicken And Vegetable Broth is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives/ingredients including maltodextrin, flavouring, and nutmeg extract, which fall under NOVA group 4. Other ingredients like citric acid (preservative) also support this classification.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    carrot
    A root vegetable commonly used fresh or cooked; the (14%) indicates the carrot content percentage in the mixture.
  • OK
    potato
    A starchy root vegetable commonly used in a wide range of dishes; the (6%) indicates the potato content percentage in the mixture.
  • OK
    chicken thigh
    A cut of chicken meat from the thigh area; a common source of protein in many dishes.
  • OK
    onion
    A bulbous vegetable with a strong aroma; widely used as a base flavor in many cuisines.
  • OK
    pearl barley
    Pearl barley grain, peeled and polished; a nutritious whole grain used in soups and stews.
  • OK
    leek
    A vegetable in the onion family with a mild, sweet flavour, often used as a flavour base or side dish.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    savoy cabbage
    A variety of cabbage with crinkled dark green leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavour.
  • OK
    spinach
    Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
  • OK
    peas
    Small green legume seeds harvested for their sweet, tender flesh; used as a vegetable in many dishes.
  • OK
    celery
    A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
  • UPF
    yeast extract salt
    A processed flavoring ingredient combining yeast extract with salt; often used as a flavour enhancer.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    chicken fat
    Rendered fat from chicken, a basic culinary fat used for cooking and adding richness.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • UPF
    maltodextrin
    A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • OK
    chicken stock
    A stock made by simmering chicken carcass in water with salt to extract flavor and body.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    bay leaf
    A dried leaf of the bay laurel tree used to impart a distinctive herbal, slightly floral aroma to soups, sauces, and braises.
  • OK
    citric acid
    A naturally occurring fruit acid used as a preservative and acidulant in foods.
  • UPF
    nutmeg extract
    Concentrated essence extracted from nutmeg; used for its aromatic flavor.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    turmeric
    A spice derived from the root of Curcuma longa, used for color and flavor.

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Common questions about Chicken And Vegetable Broth

Is Chicken And Vegetable Broth ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken And Vegetable Broth by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives/ingredients including maltodextrin, flavouring, and nutmeg extract, which fall under NOVA group 4. Other ingredients like citric acid (preservative) also support this classification.

Which ingredients in Chicken And Vegetable Broth are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Chicken And Vegetable Broth as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract salt, maltodextrin, flavouring, nutmeg 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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