Yes — Broccoli and Stilton Soup is ultra-processed.
The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), as well as other ultra-processed additives such as whey protein concentrate, flavouring, and algal carotenes used as a color additive.
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Not UPF
chunky country vegetable soup
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Not UPF
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Not UPF
Organic baked beans
Not UPF
Chunky Mexican-style Chilli & Bean Soup
Marks & Spencer, M&S
Not UPF
Soup
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Not UPF
rustic vegetable soup
Yorkshire provender
Not UPF
Spicy Tomato & Lentil Souper Soup
M&S Food
Not UPF
Carrot & Coriander
Tesco
Not UPF
Cream Of Tomato Soup
M&S
Not UPF
Yes — Broccoli and Stilton Soup by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), as well as other ultra-processed additives such as whey protein concentrate, flavouring, and algal carotenes used as a color additive.
Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Broccoli and Stilton Soup as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, whey protein concentrate, flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.
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.