New York Bakery Co.

Soft Seeded Bagel Thins

Barcode 5018297009267

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Soft Seeded Bagel Thins is ultra-processed.

The product is UPF because it contains industrial additives and processed ingredients including stabiliser (cellulose gum), preservative (calcium propionate), dextrose, and maltodextrins, which are all considered ultra-processed according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (_wheat_ flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

wholemeal wheat flour

A whole-grain wheat flour containing bran and germ; a basic ingredient for whole-grain baking.
OK

water

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

sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds, often used as a crunchy ingredient in cereals and snacks; a basic seed.
OK

_oats_
OK

dark linseeds 2%
OK

sugar

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

gluten

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

yeast

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

barley malt flour

A flour derived from malted barley used in baking to add color and sweetness.
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, often as part of leavening or specialty baking processes.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

stabiliser (cellulose gum)
OK

vegetable proteins
UPF

calcium propionate

A food preservative added to baked goods to inhibit mold and bacterial growth.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)

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

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

maltodextrins

A white hygroscopic powder produced by partial hydrolysis of starch (usually corn, rice, or potato). It is used as a thickener, filler, and sweetener in foods; it is highly processed via industrial enzymatic hydrolysis.
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.

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Common questions about Soft Seeded Bagel Thins

Is Soft Seeded Bagel Thins ultra-processed?

Yes — Soft Seeded Bagel Thins by New York Bakery Co. is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is UPF because it contains industrial additives and processed ingredients including stabiliser (cellulose gum), preservative (calcium propionate), dextrose, and maltodextrins, which are all considered ultra-processed according to NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Soft Seeded Bagel Thins are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Soft Seeded Bagel Thins as ultra-processed markers: calcium propionate, dextrose, maltodextrins. 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.