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Super Grains by Jamie Oliver
Jamie Oliver

Super Grains

Barcode 5060243230362
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Super Grains is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, as well as other industrial additives including natural lemon flavouring (an added flavouring) and guar gum (a stabiliser). These extracted and industrially processed additives move the product into NOVA Group 4, even though many of the base ingredients (grains, vegetables, seeds, herbs, oil) are minimally processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked wheatberries
    Cooked cereal grain product likely used as a side or ingredient; wheat-based.
  • OK
    cooked white quinoa
    Cooked pseudocereal grain product used as a side or base; quinoa-based.
  • OK
    yellow peppers
    Fresh vegetable used as a raw or cooked ingredient.
  • OK
    cooked brown long grain rice
    A prepared staple made from brown rice that has been cooked with water; single-ingredient grain product.
  • OK
    cooked green lentils
    Prepared pulses made from green lentils that have been cooked with water; simple legume dish.
  • OK
    spinach
    Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
  • OK
    cooked red rice
    A prepared form of red rice consisting of cooked grains, typically used as a base or side dish.
  • OK
    kale
    A dark leafy green vegetable rich in vitamins A, C, and K, commonly used fresh in salads or cooked as a side dish.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    Juice pressed from lemons, a natural citrus beverage and ingredient used for flavoring.
  • OK
    olive oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
  • OK
    sunflower seeds
    Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
  • OK
    pumpkin seeds
    Edible seeds of pumpkins, rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals; commonly used roasted or as a topping or ingredient in baking.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    roasted garlic purée
    Garlic that has been roasted and puréed, used as a flavoring or base in dishes.
  • OK
    red wine vinegar
    A vinegar produced by fermenting red wine with acetic acid bacteria, used as a tangy condiment and cooking acid.
  • UPF
    natural lemon flavouring
    A flavoring derived from lemon used to impart lemon taste without using real lemon juice; commonly used in beverages and processed foods.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    coriander (cilantro seeds)
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    date powder
    Powdered product made from dried dates, a single-ingredient fruit product used as a natural sweetener or ingredient.
  • 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
    lemon zest
    Fresh citrus peel grated or shredded to add aroma and brightness; contains essential oils and zest oils.
  • UPF
    guar gum (stabiliser)
    A plant-derived thickener and stabiliser used to improve texture and emulsion stability in foods.
  • OK
    dried oregano
    A dried herb from the oregano plant (Origanum vulgare). Offers pungent, warm, slightly bitter flavors and is widely used in Italian and Greek cooking.

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Common questions about Super Grains

Is Super Grains ultra-processed?

Yes — Super Grains by Jamie Oliver is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, as well as other industrial additives including natural lemon flavouring (an added flavouring) and guar gum (a stabiliser). These extracted and industrially processed additives move the product into NOVA Group 4, even though many of the base ingredients (grains, vegetables, seeds, herbs, oil) are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Super Grains are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Super Grains as ultra-processed markers: natural lemon flavouring, yeast extract, guar gum (stabiliser). 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?

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