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Berlinki Classic by Morliny,Berlinki
Morliny,Berlinki

Berlinki Classic

Barcode 5900567001746
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Berlinki Classic is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives: soya protein (isolated plant protein), modified starch, flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), stabilisers (diphosphates, triphosphates), antioxidant (sodium ascorbate) and preservative (sodium nitrite). These are industrial formulations/additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    pork 71%
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    soy protein
    A protein extracted from soybeans, often used as a meat substitute or texturized protein. It is a processed soy product.
  • UPF
    modified starch
    Starch that has been chemically or physically modified to alter its thickening, texture, or stability properties; commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer in processed foods.
  • OK
    pork collagen protein
  • OK
    glucose
    A simple monosaccharide (basic sugar) commonly used as a sweetener and energy source in foods.
  • UPF
    diphosphates (stabilizer)
    A class of phosphate esters used as stabilizers in foods to prevent caking, improve texture, or preserve stability of ingredients.
  • UPF
    triphosphates
    A class of phosphate food additive used to preserve moisture, improve texture and assist in leavening in processed meats and other foods.
  • OK
    flavour enhancer monosodium glutamate
  • OK
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • UPF
    spice extracts
    Concentrated flavouring derived from spices; a processed extract used to impart aroma or taste.
  • UPF
    sodium ascorbate
    Sodium ascorbate is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid, used as an antioxidant to prevent oxidation in foods and to extend shelf life.
  • UPF
    sodium nitrite
    Sodium nitrite is a curing agent and preservative, commonly used to inhibit microbial growth and fix color in processed meats.

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Common questions about Berlinki Classic

Is Berlinki Classic ultra-processed?

Yes — Berlinki Classic by Morliny,Berlinki is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives: soya protein (isolated plant protein), modified starch, flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), stabilisers (diphosphates, triphosphates), antioxidant (sodium ascorbate) and preservative (sodium nitrite). These are industrial formulations/additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Berlinki Classic are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Berlinki Classic as ultra-processed markers: soy protein, modified starch, diphosphates (stabilizer), triphosphates, spice extracts, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Berlinki Classic?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Pork Sausages by Marks & Spencer, Organic Free Range Pork Sausages by Waitrose Duchy Organic,Duchy Organic,Waitrose, Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas. 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.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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