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Malted Wheat Sourdough by Bertinet Bakery
Bertinet Bakery

Malted Wheat Sourdough

Barcode 5060235980527
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Malted Wheat Sourdough is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains malted wheat flakes (13%) and malt barley extract, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives used for flavor and texture. According to the provided NOVA-based rules, these specific ingredients make the overall product UPF, even though the rest of the ingredients (wheat flours, water, salt) are minimally processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic milled wheat flour, traditionally used as a baking staple; fortified with minerals (calcium, iron) and vitamins (niacin, thiamine).
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • UPF
    malted wheat flakes
    Processed breakfast cereal ingredient of malted wheat flakes; a refined cereal product used for texture and flavor in cereals and baked goods.
  • OK
    wholemeal wheat flour
    A whole-grain wheat flour containing bran and germ; a basic ingredient for whole-grain baking.
  • OK
    organic wholemeal emmer wheat flour
    Wholemeal flour milled from emmer (an ancient wheat variety), offering a hearty, nutty flavor and high fiber. Typically used in baking breads and pastries.
  • UPF
    barley malt extract
    Sweet, malty syrup extracted from barley used as a sweetener and flavoring in foods.
  • OK
    barley flour
    Ground flour milled from barley, used in breads, porridges, and baked goods; similar to wheat flour but with a distinct barley flavor.
  • OK
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • OK
    spelt flour
    A type of flour milled from spelt, a gluten-containing grain related to wheat; used for baking breads, pastries, and other baked goods.

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Common questions about Malted Wheat Sourdough

Is Malted Wheat Sourdough ultra-processed?

Yes — Malted Wheat Sourdough by Bertinet Bakery is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains malted wheat flakes (13%) and malt barley extract, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives used for flavor and texture. According to the provided NOVA-based rules, these specific ingredients make the overall product UPF, even though the rest of the ingredients (wheat flours, water, salt) are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Malted Wheat Sourdough are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Malted Wheat Sourdough as ultra-processed markers: malted wheat flakes, barley malt extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Malted Wheat Sourdough?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including White Ciabattin by Jason's Sourdough, SLICED WHITE SOURDOUGH BREAD WITH GRAINS & SEEDS by JASONS SOURDOUGH, Rye & Mixed Seed Sourdough Bread by Tesco. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

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