Ham & Mushroom Pizza

Barcode 5060198649943

Yes — Ham & Mushroom Pizza is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and extracts: acetic acid, dextrose, stabilisers (E421, E415), cellulose gum, preservative (E202), colour (E160a), natural flavouring, yeast extract, spice extracts, and paprika extract. Under NOVA, these additives and refined sugars indicate an ultra-processed product, even though it also contains many basic culinary ingredients like flour, cheese, tomato purée, olive oil, and ham.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (wheat, water, salt)
OK

mozzarella cheese (milk)

Fresh soft to semisoft cheese made from milk, commonly used on pizzas and in Italian dishes.
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

mushrooms

Edible fungi used as a vegetable or meat substitute; common culinary ingredient.
OK

prosciutto cotto cooked ham
OK

mascarpone cheese (milk)
OK

yeast

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

salt

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

sugar

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

dried yeast

Dehydrated yeast used as a leavening agent or flavoring in baking and fermentation.
OK

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used as an acidulant and flavoring additive in foods; a chemical ingredient.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

stabilisers (e421, e415)
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
UPF

yeast extract

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
UPF

spice extracts

Concentrated flavouring derived from spices; a processed extract used to impart aroma or taste.
OK

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
OK

cream (milk)

Dairy cream made from milk, a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

cellulose gum
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate, a common food preservative (E202) used to inhibit mold and yeast growth in foods and beverages.
OK

colour (e160a)
OK

natural colouring (vegetable charcoal)

Common questions about Ham & Mushroom Pizza

Is Ham & Mushroom Pizza ultra-processed?

Yes — Ham & Mushroom Pizza is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and extracts: acetic acid, dextrose, stabilisers (E421, E415), cellulose gum, preservative (E202), colour (E160a), natural flavouring, yeast extract, spice extracts, and paprika extract. Under NOVA, these additives and refined sugars indicate an ultra-processed product, even though it also contains many basic culinary ingredients like flour, cheese, tomato purée, olive oil, and ham.

Which ingredients in Ham & Mushroom Pizza are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Ham & Mushroom Pizza as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, natural flavouring, yeast extract, spice extracts, paprika extract, potassium sorbate. 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.