Wholemeal Bread

Barcode 5063210085118

Yes — Wholemeal Bread is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the provided rules. Other ingredients like flour treatment enzymes and ascorbic acid are minor additives but not the primary reason for UPF classification.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wholemeal flour

A coarse flour milled from the whole grain of wheat, containing bran and germ.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

salt

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

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C used as a preservative and dough conditioner.
UPF

malt extract

Concentrated sugary extract derived from malted barley, used as a sweetener and flavoring in foods.
UPF

enzyme flour treatment agent

Enzyme added to flour to improve baking properties; commonly used as a flour treatment agent.

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Common questions about Wholemeal Bread

Is Wholemeal Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — Wholemeal Bread is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the provided rules. Other ingredients like flour treatment enzymes and ascorbic acid are minor additives but not the primary reason for UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Wholemeal Bread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Wholemeal Bread as ultra-processed markers: ascorbic acid, malt extract, enzyme flour treatment agent. 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.