Seeded Bread

Barcode 5059697691263

Yes — Seeded Bread is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: emulsifier (E471, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and barley malt extract, which are NOVA ultra-processed ingredients. Other ingredients like flours, seeds, oil, sugar, and yeast are minimally processed and not UPF on their own.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

wholemeal flour (wheat)

A coarse to medium-ground flour made from whole wheat kernels, including bran, germ, and endosperm; commonly used for whole-grain baking.
OK

wheat flour (fortified)

Refined wheat flour fortified with added vitamins and minerals (calcium, iron, niacin, thiamine, riboflavin) to improve nutritional content.
OK

sunflower seeds

Toasted or raw sunflower seeds, commonly used as a snack or ingredient in cereals, breads, and mixes.
OK

oat flakes

Rolled oats, or oat flakes, lightly processed grain used for breakfast cereals and baking.
OK

barley flakes

Toasted or rolled barley grains used as a cereal ingredient; a basic grain product often found in cereals and foods.
OK

yeast

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

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

salt

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

rapeseed oil

Cooking oil pressed from rapeseed; a common basic vegetable oil used for frying or baking.
OK

flaxseed

A basic edible seed rich in omega-3 fatty acids, commonly used as a ingredient in baking and foods.
UPF

mono- and diglycerides (e471) emulsifier

Emulsifier derived from fatty acids (mono- and diglycerides) used to blend ingredients and improve texture in processed foods.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.

Common questions about Seeded Bread

Is Seeded Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — Seeded Bread is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: emulsifier (E471, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and barley malt extract, which are NOVA ultra-processed ingredients. Other ingredients like flours, seeds, oil, sugar, and yeast are minimally processed and not UPF on their own.

Which ingredients in Seeded Bread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Seeded Bread as ultra-processed markers: mono- and diglycerides (e471) emulsifier, Barley Malt Extract. 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?

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.