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5 Traditional Lebanese Flat Bread Sourdough by Dina Paninette
Dina Paninette

5 Traditional Lebanese Flat Bread Sourdough

Barcode 5022824044959
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — 5 Traditional Lebanese Flat Bread Sourdough is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains calcium propionate, an industrial preservative used to extend shelf life. According to the provided rules, such preservatives and industrial additives make the overall product UPF, even though the base ingredients (flour, water, yeast, salt, sugar, sourdough) are minimally processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour (fortified with calcium, iron, macin, thiamin)
  • 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
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    vitamin d yeast
    Yeast enhanced with added vitamin D, used as a bread leavener or supplement; not an additive but a food ingredient.
  • OK
    sourdough (wheat)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    preservative: calcium propionate allergens: for allergens including cereals containing gluten see ingredients in bold. processed in a factory handling soya and milk. storage:

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Common questions about 5 Traditional Lebanese Flat Bread Sourdough

Is 5 Traditional Lebanese Flat Bread Sourdough ultra-processed?

Yes — 5 Traditional Lebanese Flat Bread Sourdough by Dina Paninette is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains calcium propionate, an industrial preservative used to extend shelf life. According to the provided rules, such preservatives and industrial additives make the overall product UPF, even though the base ingredients (flour, water, yeast, salt, sugar, sourdough) are minimally processed foods.

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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