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Yes — White Bread is ultra-processed.
This white bread is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processing aids. The emulsifier mono- and di-acetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and di-glycerides of fatty acids is an industrial emulsifier used to modify texture and extend shelf life. The preservative calcium propionate is an industrial preservative used to inhibit mould growth and prolong shelf life and has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient. These types of emulsifiers and preservatives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system, so their presence makes the overall product ultra-processed, despite the otherwise basic bread ingredients like wheat flour, water, yeast, salt, and rapeseed oil.
Other breads & wraps Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Sourdough
Jason's
Not UPF
Rye & Mixed Seed Sourdough Bread
Tesco
Not UPF
Seeded Sourdough Bread
Specially Selected
Not UPF
Everyday White Rolls
Jason's
Not UPF
Dark Rye Sourdough
Specially Selected
Not UPF
Organic Piadina 4 Wholeblend Flatbreads with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Crosta & Mollica
Not UPF
Hand finished seeded sourdough bread
Coop
Not UPF
White Sourdough
Sainsbury's
Not UPF
White Sourdough Loaf
Specially Selected
Not UPF
Whole Grain Rye Bread
Schneider Brot
Not UPF
Yes — White Bread by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This white bread is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processing aids. The emulsifier mono- and di-acetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and di-glycerides of fatty acids is an industrial emulsifier used to modify texture and extend shelf life. The preservative calcium propionate is an industrial preservative used to inhibit mould growth and prolong shelf life and has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient. These types of emulsifiers and preservatives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system, so their presence makes the overall product ultra-processed, despite the otherwise basic bread ingredients like wheat flour, water, yeast, salt, and rapeseed oil.
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.
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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.