Woodside farms

Cooking bacon

Barcode 5054775751624

Yes — Cooking bacon is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains curing preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate) and an additive antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), which are industrial additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Meat from pigs, typically used as a protein source in dishes; can be fresh, cured, or processed depending on product. In this context, likely refers to minced or primary meat ingredient in a prepared product.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

preservatives (sodium nitrite. potassium nitrate)
OK

antioxidant (sodium ascorbate). made using british and eu pork. storage keep refrigerated

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Common questions about Cooking bacon

Is Cooking bacon ultra-processed?

Yes — Cooking bacon by Woodside farms is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains curing preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate) and an additive antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), which are industrial additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.