Better Nature

Tempeh smoky

Barcode 5060930820043

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Tempeh smoky is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and is explicitly considered a UPF ingredient under the given rules. Other ingredients (tempeh, salt, smoked salt, vegetable concentrate) are not necessarily UPF, but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

tempeh

Fermented soy product made by inoculating cooked soybeans with a tempeh starter culture and fermenting until a firm cake forms. Commonly used as a meat substitute.
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

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

smoked salt

Salt cured with smoke, often infused with smoky flavor. Used as a seasoning.
OK

vegetable concentrate

Concentrated vegetable extract used to add umami or body to soups and sauces; typically a shelf-stable flavor base.

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Common questions about Tempeh smoky

Is Tempeh smoky ultra-processed?

Yes — Tempeh smoky by Better Nature is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and is explicitly considered a UPF ingredient under the given rules. Other ingredients (tempeh, salt, smoked salt, vegetable concentrate) are not necessarily UPF, but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Tempeh smoky are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Tempeh smoky as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.