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Seeded Sourdough Loaf by Specially Selected
Specially Selected

Seeded Sourdough Loaf

Barcode 8088002246291
Scanned  24  times by Nomi users
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Seeded Sourdough Loaf is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic flours, water, seeds, salt, and malted grains. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    mixed seeds (10%)
    A mixture of edible seeds including brown linseed (flax), millet, golden linseed, sunflower, poppy, and pumpkin seeds. Used as a topping or ingredient for texture and nutrition.
  • OK
    rye flour
    Finely milled flour produced from rye grains; a common cereal grain used in breads and baked goods.
  • OK
    malted wheat
    Wheat that has been germinated and dried to stop enzyme activity, often used as a malt in baking or brewing; provides sweet, malty flavors.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    wheat bran
    Outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients, commonly used as a baking or cereal ingredient.
  • OK
    malted barley flour
    Flour milled from malted barley, a basic cereal ingredient used in baking and brewing.

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Common questions about Seeded Sourdough Loaf

Is Seeded Sourdough Loaf ultra-processed?

No — Seeded Sourdough Loaf by Specially Selected is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic flours, water, seeds, salt, and malted grains. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

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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