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Gnocchi by Tesco
Tesco

Gnocchi

Barcode 5052909678823
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Gnocchi is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives: mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (emulsifier), potassium sorbate (preservative), and dried potato plus potato starch used in a recombined product. Emulsifiers and preservatives are clear markers of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Milled from wheat, a common basic staple used as a base dry ingredient in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    dried potato (6%)
    Dehydrated potato used as a dry ingredient to add texture or bulk in foods.
  • OK
    potato starch
    Pure starch extracted from potatoes, used as a thickener or binding agent in recipes.
  • OK
    rice flour
    A fine powder made by milling rice. A basic gluten-free flour used for baking and cooking.
  • OK
    salt
    A mineral compound used as a seasoning and preservative; is a fundamental food ingredient.
  • UPF
    acidity regulator (lactic acid)
    A food additive used to adjust acidity; lactic acid is produced industrially and used as an acidifier.
  • OK
    milk proteins
    Proteins derived from milk (such as casein or whey proteins) used to improve texture, nutrition, or emulsification.
  • UPF
    potassium sorbate
    A widely used food preservative that inhibits mold, yeast, and bacterial growth in foods.
  • UPF
    mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
    A common emulsifier made from glycerol and fatty acids, used to improve texture and blend ingredients.
  • OK
    turmeric
    Ground turmeric spice used for color and flavor.
  • UPF
    paprika extract
    An extract derived from paprika used for color and mild flavoring in foods.

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Common questions about Gnocchi

Is Gnocchi ultra-processed?

Yes — Gnocchi by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives: mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (emulsifier), potassium sorbate (preservative), and dried potato plus potato starch used in a recombined product. Emulsifiers and preservatives are clear markers of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Gnocchi are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Gnocchi as ultra-processed markers: acidity regulator (lactic acid), potassium sorbate, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Gnocchi?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Pan-Fry Gnocchi by Rana, Dell' Ugo Pumpkin Gnocchi by Dell' Ugo, Vegan Gnocchi Spinach and Basil by Vemondo. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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