Yes — 2 Vegetarian Mozzarella Burgers is ultra-processed.
Product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including stabiliser methyl cellulose, flavourings, yeast extract, and malted barley extract, so it is classified as UPF.
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Yes — 2 Vegetarian Mozzarella Burgers by Linda McCartney is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including stabiliser methyl cellulose, flavourings, yeast extract, and malted barley extract, so it is classified as UPF.
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.
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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.