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Pitta Bread by Dina
Dina

Pitta Bread

Barcode 5022824040487
Scanned  6  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Pitta Bread is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains calcium propionate, a preservative additive that is an industrial formulation, which makes the overall product UPF according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Milled wheat flour fortified with added calcium, iron, niacin (vitamin B3) and thiamin (vitamin B1).
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    calcium propionate
    A salt of propionic acid used as a mold inhibitor in bread and baked goods; also acts as a preservative.

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Common questions about Pitta Bread

Is Pitta Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — Pitta Bread by Dina is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains calcium propionate, a preservative additive that is an industrial formulation, which makes the overall product UPF according to NOVA guidelines.

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.

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