Irwins

4 Ancient Grain Muffins

Barcode 5013427015583

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Yes — 4 Ancient Grain Muffins is ultra-processed.

The muffins contain several ultra-processed components, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), barley malt extract (an industrial flavoring extract), and the preservative calcium propionate. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

wheat flour

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

ancient cereal mix (30%) (wholemeal wheat flour, wholemeal rye flour, einkorn wheat, wheat gluten, emmer wheat, wholegrain spelt flour, millet seeds, brown linseeds, sunflower seeds, palm oil, sugar, sugar beet fibre, sea salt, barley malt extract, brown sugar, honey)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

sourdough (wholemeal spelt wheat)
OK

ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

yeast

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

preservative (calcium propionate). allergy advice: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. suitable for vegetarians
OK

not suitable for vegans

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Common questions about 4 Ancient Grain Muffins

Is 4 Ancient Grain Muffins ultra-processed?

Yes — 4 Ancient Grain Muffins by Irwins is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The muffins contain several ultra-processed components, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), barley malt extract (an industrial flavoring extract), and the preservative calcium propionate. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

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.