Benus

Whole Grain Wholemeal Bread

Barcode 5900585000639

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — Whole Grain Wholemeal Bread is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the NOVA guidance provided.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rye (crushed rye grain, rye flour)
OK

sourdough (22%) (crushed rye grain, water)
OK

water

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

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

salt

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

oat fiber
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
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 Whole Grain Wholemeal Bread

Is Whole Grain Wholemeal Bread ultra-processed?

Yes — Whole Grain Wholemeal Bread by Benus is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the NOVA guidance provided.

Which ingredients in Whole Grain Wholemeal Bread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Whole Grain Wholemeal Bread as an ultra-processed marker: Barley Malt 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.