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Canned Kidney Beans by Asda
Asda

Canned Kidney Beans

Barcode 5052449167788
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Not Ultra-Processed

No — Canned Kidney Beans is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are red kidney beans, water, and calcium chloride as a firming agent. Calcium chloride is a simple mineral salt used for texture and is not an industrial ultra-processing additive under the given criteria. No artificial sweeteners, flavour enhancers, industrial thickeners, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups are present.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    red kidney beans
    A variety of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) used as a staple legume in many cuisines.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    calcium chloride (firming agent)
    Calcium chloride is an edible salt used as a firming agent in canned vegetables, pickles, and various foods.

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Common questions about Canned Kidney Beans

Is Canned Kidney Beans ultra-processed?

No — Canned Kidney Beans by Asda is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are red kidney beans, water, and calcium chloride as a firming agent. Calcium chloride is a simple mineral salt used for texture and is not an industrial ultra-processing additive under the given criteria. No artificial sweeteners, flavour enhancers, industrial thickeners, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups are present.

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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