Bread

Barcode 5056142401736

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Bread is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifiers E471 and E472(e), which are industrial additives (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids and their esters) used to improve texture and shelf life, fitting NOVA group 4 criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour [with added calcium carbonate
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

thiamin*] (31%)
OK

wholemeal wheat flour (31%)
OK

water

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

yellow linseed flour (2.8%)
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

wheat protein

Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
OK

salt

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

emulsifier e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids)

A common food additive and emulsifier made from glycerol esters of fatty acids, often derived from vegetable oils. Used to improve texture and consistency in processed foods.
OK

e472(e)]
OK

fermented wheat flour

Wheat flour that has undergone fermentation, typically with yeast or lactic acid bacteria, used to help leaven or alter flavor in baked products.
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

flour treatment agent (e300)
OK

vitamin d yeast

Yeast enhanced with added vitamin D, used as a bread leavener or supplement; not an additive but a food ingredient.
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.

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Common questions about Bread

Is Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — Bread is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifiers E471 and E472(e), which are industrial additives (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids and their esters) used to improve texture and shelf life, fitting NOVA group 4 criteria.

Which ingredients in Bread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Bread as an ultra-processed marker: emulsifier e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids). 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?

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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.