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Spiced Grain Bowl by Merchant Gourmet
Merchant Gourmet

Spiced Grain Bowl

Barcode 5056215601025
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Spiced Grain Bowl is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring and paprika extract colour, which are extracted or industrially formulated additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods. It also contains dextrose and yeast extract in the vegetable bouillon; these are industrially processed ingredients that further support the classification. The grains, legumes, vegetables, spices, sunflower oil, and basic seasonings are not the reasons for the UPF classification.

Common questions about Spiced Grain Bowl

Is Spiced Grain Bowl ultra-processed?

Yes — Spiced Grain Bowl by Merchant Gourmet is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring and paprika extract colour, which are extracted or industrially formulated additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods. It also contains dextrose and yeast extract in the vegetable bouillon; these are industrially processed ingredients that further support the classification. The grains, legumes, vegetables, spices, sunflower oil, and basic seasonings are not the reasons for the UPF classification.

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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