Gallagher's

Gallagher sourdough

Barcode 5391526416075

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Yes — Gallagher sourdough is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: natural flavouring (an added flavouring agent) and flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid used technologically). These are extracted/industrial additives per NOVA guidance, making the overall product UPF even though the base is bread ingredients.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamine)
OK

water

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

wholemeal wheat flour (12%)
OK

sour dough (5%) (wheat flour, water, yeast, salt)
OK

vegetable oil

A basic culinary oil extracted from various plant sources used for cooking and frying.
OK

yeast

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

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

fermented wheat flour

Wheat flour that has undergone fermentation, typically with yeast or lactic acid bacteria, used to help leaven or alter flavor in baked products.
OK

vegetable fibre

Plant-derived dietary fibre often used as a texture enhancer or bulking agent.
OK

wheat bran

Outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients, commonly used as a baking or cereal ingredient.
OK

salt

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

psyllium husk powder natural flavouring
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c) used as flour treatment agent

Ascorbic acid added to flour as a processing agent to improve dough strength and flour performance; commonly used as a bakery additive.

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Common questions about Gallagher sourdough

Is Gallagher sourdough ultra-processed?

Yes — Gallagher sourdough by Gallagher's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: natural flavouring (an added flavouring agent) and flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid used technologically). These are extracted/industrial additives per NOVA guidance, making the overall product UPF even though the base is bread ingredients.

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.