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Straight To Wok Medium Noodles by Tesco
Tesco

Straight To Wok Medium Noodles

Barcode 5052910433244
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Not Ultra-Processed

No — Straight To Wok Medium Noodles is not ultra-processed.

Contains wheat flour, water, canola oil, salt, acidity regulators (lactic acid, sodium phosphate) and antioxidant (alpha-tocopherol). These are basic ingredients and simple additives used for preservation, without ultra-processed sweeteners, flavorings, or industrial texturizers, so it is not classified as UPF under the given rules.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    canola oil
  • OK
    acidity regulators (lactic acid, sodium phosphate)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    antioxidant (alpha-tocopherol). allergy advice for allergens
  • OK
    including cereals containing gluten
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold

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Common questions about Straight To Wok Medium Noodles

Is Straight To Wok Medium Noodles ultra-processed?

No — Straight To Wok Medium Noodles by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains wheat flour, water, canola oil, salt, acidity regulators (lactic acid, sodium phosphate) and antioxidant (alpha-tocopherol). These are basic ingredients and simple additives used for preservation, without ultra-processed sweeteners, flavorings, or industrial texturizers, so it is not classified as UPF under the given rules.

What are healthier alternatives to Straight To Wok Medium Noodles?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Wholewheat medium Noodles by Sainsbury's, Straight To Wok Udon Noodles by Tesco. 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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