beef stock

Q: Is beef stock ultra-processed?

Yes — beef stock is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is somewhat noisy but still interpretable. The product clearly contains several pre-identified UPF ingredients: yeast extract, beef extract, colour (plain caramel), concentrated carrot juice, and concentrated onion juice. These are industrially processed extracts and additives used for flavoring/coloring, which place the product into the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category. Therefore, it must be classified as UPF.

Q: Which ingredients in beef stock are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in beef stock as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, beef extract, plain caramel color, carrot juice concentrate, onion juice concentrate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Barcode 5054781701743

Yes — beef stock is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is somewhat noisy but still interpretable. The product clearly contains several pre-identified UPF ingredients: yeast extract, beef extract, colour (plain caramel), concentrated carrot juice, and concentrated onion juice. These are industrially processed extracts and additives used for flavoring/coloring, which place the product into the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category. Therefore, it must be classified as UPF.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

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UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
UPF

beef extract

Concentrated meat flavor extract derived from beef; considered ultra-processed due to being an extracted flavoring often produced through industrial processes.
OK

beef stock

A basic liquid made from simmered beef bones and meat to provide savory flavor; may be used as a soup base or cooking liquid.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

beef fat

Rendered animal fat from beef used for cooking or baking; provides richness and texture.
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
UPF

plain caramel color

A food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates (often corn or sugar) with acids or alkalis to form a caramel color. Common in beverages and snacks.
OK

red wine

Fermented grape beverage, commonly enjoyed as a drink or used in cooking for its fruity, acidic character.
OK

concentrated mushroom juice
OK

black pepper]
OK

vegetable stock (5%) [water
UPF

carrot juice concentrate

Juice concentrated from carrots, used as a flavoring or base for soups, sauces, and vegetarian dishes.
UPF

onion juice concentrate

Juice concentrated from onions, used as a flavoring or base for soups, sauces, and savory products.
OK

concentrated leek juice
OK

bay leaf powder
OK

thyme]
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about beef stock

Is beef stock ultra-processed?

Yes — beef stock is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is somewhat noisy but still interpretable. The product clearly contains several pre-identified UPF ingredients: yeast extract, beef extract, colour (plain caramel), concentrated carrot juice, and concentrated onion juice. These are industrially processed extracts and additives used for flavoring/coloring, which place the product into the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category. Therefore, it must be classified as UPF.

Which ingredients in beef stock are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in beef stock as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, beef extract, plain caramel color, carrot juice concentrate, onion juice concentrate. 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?