New York Bakery Co.

Red Onion & Chive Bagels

Barcode 5018297008055

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Yes — Red Onion & Chive Bagels is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including preservative (calcium propionate) and malted barley flour (a processed flavor enhancer).

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour (with fortifications)

A common cereal flour made from wheat, with added nutrients (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin). Often used as a basic baking ingredient.
OK

water

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

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

toasted dehydrated onions
OK

dehydrated red onion 1.5%
OK

yeast

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

maize (corn)

A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
OK

salt

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

gluten

Protein complex formed from wheat; provides structure and elasticity in doughs; widely used as a food ingredient.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

dehydrated chives
OK

malted barley flour

Flour milled from malted barley, used in baking to add flavor and baking properties; a single-ingredient cereal product.
UPF

calcium propionate

Calcium propionate is a synthetic calcium salt used as a preservative to prevent mold and extend shelf life in baked goods and some dairy products.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c) used as flour treatment agent

Ascorbic acid added to flour as a processing agent to improve dough strength and flour performance; commonly used as a bakery additive.

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Common questions about Red Onion & Chive Bagels

Is Red Onion & Chive Bagels ultra-processed?

Yes — Red Onion & Chive Bagels by New York Bakery Co. is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including preservative (calcium propionate) and malted barley flour (a processed flavor enhancer).

Which ingredients in Red Onion & Chive Bagels are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Red Onion & Chive Bagels as an ultra-processed marker: calcium propionate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Red Onion & Chive Bagels?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including plain bagel by Cohen's. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.