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Miso Easy (Traditional) by Itsu
Itsu

Miso Easy (Traditional)

Barcode 5060262485408
Scanned  92  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Miso Easy (Traditional) is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract powder and dextrin, which are industrially produced additives/flavor enhancers, making the product UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    soybean paste (water, soya bean, rice, salt)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    alcohol
    A generic alcoholic beverage or ingredient containing ethanol used for flavoring, extraction, or preservation.
  • UPF
    yeast extract powder
    Powdered extract derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, rich in amino acids and umami; used as a flavor enhancer.
  • 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
    seasoned kelp extract (kelp, salt, dextrin)

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Common questions about Miso Easy (Traditional)

Is Miso Easy (Traditional) ultra-processed?

Yes — Miso Easy (Traditional) by Itsu is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract powder and dextrin, which are industrially produced additives/flavor enhancers, making the product UPF under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Miso Easy (Traditional) are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Miso Easy (Traditional) as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract powder. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Miso Easy (Traditional)?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including White Miso by Yutaka, Miso Paste by yutaka, tazaki foods, White Miso by Miso Tasty. 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.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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