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protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil by BOL
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protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil

Barcode 5060430292746
Scanned  44  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract additive. According to the given rules, extracted, isolated, or synthesized additives are considered UPF ingredients. All other listed ingredients are minimally processed, but the presence of paprika extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    red lentils (11%)
  • OK
    red peppers (10%)
  • OK
    chickpeas (6%)
  • OK
    fire roasted red pepper puree (6%) (red peppers (56%), water, vinegar)
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    tomatoes (5%) (tomatoes, acidity regulator: citric acid)
  • OK
    tomato paste
    A thick paste made from concentrated tomatoes, used as a base for sauces and soups.
  • OK
    white onion
  • OK
    carrots
    Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
  • OK
    garlic puree
    A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
  • OK
    smoked paprika
    A spice made from dried, smoked, and ground red peppers (pimentón). Rich, sweet-smoky flavor with mild heat used in numerous cuisines including Spanish dishes.
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    rosemary
    A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
  • OK
    oregano
    A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
  • 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
    paprika extract
    Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
  • OK
    crushed chillies. may contain traces of soya
  • OK
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  • OK
    eat within 24 hours. best enjoyed fresh
  • OK
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Common questions about protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil

Is protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil ultra-processed?

Yes — protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil by BOL is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract additive. According to the given rules, extracted, isolated, or synthesized additives are considered UPF ingredients. All other listed ingredients are minimally processed, but the presence of paprika extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil as an ultra-processed marker: paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to protein power soup red pepper, tomato & lentil?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Spiced Lentil & Tomato Soup by M&S, Indian Lentil & Spinach Dhal by Tideford Organics, rustic vegetable soup by Yorkshire provender. 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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