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vegan hemp parmesan

Barcode 9349665000491

No — vegan hemp parmesan is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic/minimally processed foods (hemp seeds/powder, sunflower seeds, nutritional yeast, herbs, salt, sesame seeds, nuts). It contains no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or emulsifiers, so it does not meet NOVA criteria for an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

hemp (shelled hemp seeds and coarse hemp powder) (62%)
OK

sunflower seeds

Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
OK

nutritional yeast

Inactive yeast commonly used as a savory, cheesy-flavored seasoning rich in B vitamins.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
OK

rosemary

A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
OK

himalayan pink salt. warning: produced at a facility that handles soy
OK

sesame seeds and nuts

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Common questions about vegan hemp parmesan

Is vegan hemp parmesan ultra-processed?

No — vegan hemp parmesan by pimp my salad is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic/minimally processed foods (hemp seeds/powder, sunflower seeds, nutritional yeast, herbs, salt, sesame seeds, nuts). It contains no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or emulsifiers, so it does not meet NOVA criteria for an ultra-processed food.

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.