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Herber Wholegrain Rice Garlic Lemon by Leon
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Herber Wholegrain Rice Garlic Lemon

Barcode 5060699971154
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Herber Wholegrain Rice Garlic Lemon is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and flavoring agents: unspecified 'flavouring' (likely industrially produced), yeast extract powder (a flavor enhancer), and concentrated orange juice used as a processed ingredient rather than a whole food. These indicate NOVA group 4 processing, even though most other ingredients are whole foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked wholegrain brown basmati rice (water)
  • OK
    brown basmati rice (59%)
  • OK
    cooked red quinoa (water)
  • OK
    red quinoa (13%)
  • OK
    courgette (8%)
  • OK
    yellow pepper (4%)
  • OK
    spring onion
    A fresh allium with a mild onion flavor, used as a garnish or in dishes.
  • OK
    red pepper (2%)
  • OK
    sunflower seeds (1.5%)
  • OK
    vegetable oil
    A basic edible oil blend from pressed seeds (sunflower and rapeseed).
  • OK
    pumpkin seeds
    Whole seeds of pumpkins, commonly roasted and eaten as a snack or used as a topping; rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals.
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    lemon juice (0.5%)
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    roasted garlic purée
    Smooth purée made from garlic that has been roasted; used to impart mellow garlic flavor in sauces, dressings, and dishes.
  • OK
    orange juice concentrate
    Juice from oranges with water removed to concentrate sugars and flavors.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    thyme
    A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
  • UPF
    yeast extract powder
    Powdered extract derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, rich in amino acids and umami; used as a flavor enhancer.
  • OK
    garlic purée. typic

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Common questions about Herber Wholegrain Rice Garlic Lemon

Is Herber Wholegrain Rice Garlic Lemon ultra-processed?

Yes — Herber Wholegrain Rice Garlic Lemon by Leon is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and flavoring agents: unspecified 'flavouring' (likely industrially produced), yeast extract powder (a flavor enhancer), and concentrated orange juice used as a processed ingredient rather than a whole food. These indicate NOVA group 4 processing, even though most other ingredients are whole foods.

Which ingredients in Herber Wholegrain Rice Garlic Lemon are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Herber Wholegrain Rice Garlic Lemon as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, yeast extract powder. 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.

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