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6 scotch pancakes by Asda
Asda

6 scotch pancakes

Barcode 5051413481783
Scanned  13  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — 6 scotch pancakes is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list, once cleaned, includes several ultra-processed markers: invert sugar syrup (an industrially processed inverted sugar), golden syrup (when associated with inverted syrups is considered industrial), skimmed milk powder (pre-identified UPF ingredient), whey powder, and a preservative (potassium sorbate). These extracted/isolated ingredients and preservative additives go beyond basic culinary processing and clearly place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    pancake 346 82 fortified wheat flour [wheat flour
  • OK
    calcium carbonate
    A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
  • OK
    iron
    Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    niacin (vitamin b3)
    An essential water-soluble B vitamin involved in energy metabolism; often used as a nutrient supplement or fortificant in foods.
  • OK
    thiamin (b1)
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous system function.
  • 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
    pasteurized whole egg
    A basic animal-origin ingredient: whole egg that has been pasteurized to destroy pathogens.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    whey powder
    Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
  • UPF
    raising agents (diphosphates, potassium carbonates)
    Food additive used as a leavening agent in baking, comprising diphosphates (a phosphate salt) and potassium carbonate. Typically added in small quantities to dough or batter to produce gas and rise.
  • OK
    invert sugar syrup (golden syrup) (2%)
  • OK
    Skimmed Milk Powder
    Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    potassium sorbate
    Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
  • OK
    acidity regulator (citric acid). ready to eat remove all turning onc 5.0g 0.7g 46g 17g 1.6g 6.3g 1.0g 1.6g 0.2g 15g 5.4g 70g 20g 260g 90g alternatively for 1-2 minu do not rehe we have gi guide oniy. carbohydrate of which sugars fibre 0.5g 2.0g 0.32g 50g 6g protein containing gluiten
  • OK
    separedients in bold. not suitable for sova of tye allergy suiterers. sait storage if recycling you are not 100% happy with your purchase neither are we - that's why we'll both replace & refund this item simply return to one of our stores. or
  • OK
    call us on: 0800 952 0101 visit our website: asda.com

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Common questions about 6 scotch pancakes

Is 6 scotch pancakes ultra-processed?

Yes — 6 scotch pancakes by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list, once cleaned, includes several ultra-processed markers: invert sugar syrup (an industrially processed inverted sugar), golden syrup (when associated with inverted syrups is considered industrial), skimmed milk powder (pre-identified UPF ingredient), whey powder, and a preservative (potassium sorbate). These extracted/isolated ingredients and preservative additives go beyond basic culinary processing and clearly place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in 6 scotch pancakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in 6 scotch pancakes as ultra-processed markers: raising agents (diphosphates, potassium carbonates), potassium sorbate. 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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