hellmann's, Hellmanns

Real cesar

Barcode 8720182302946

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Real cesar is ultra-processed.

The product is UPF because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including modified corn starch (a modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), potassium sorbate (a preservative), and guar gum (a stabiliser/thickener). These additives place it in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

apple cider vinegar

Fermented liquid produced from apple juice, commonly used in dressings, marinades, and flavoring.
UPF

modified corn starch

A processed starch used as a thickener and texture enhancer, created by chemically modifying corn starch.
OK

hard cheese (2%) (milk, salt, microbial rennet)
OK

egg yolk

The yellow portion of a chicken egg, rich in fats and proteins, used to enrich sauces, custards, and baked goods.
OK

garlic (1,7%)
OK

salt

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

smoked garlic powder
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
UPF

guar gum

A plant-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabiliser in a wide range of foods.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

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Common questions about Real cesar

Is Real cesar ultra-processed?

Yes — Real cesar by hellmann's, Hellmanns is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is UPF because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including modified corn starch (a modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), potassium sorbate (a preservative), and guar gum (a stabiliser/thickener). These additives place it in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Real cesar are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Real cesar as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, potassium sorbate, guar gum. 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.