yeast extract

Barcode 9781847628350

Yes — yeast extract is ultra-processed.

The product contains 'flavour enhancer' and 'colour' (150c). The flavour enhancer indicates the addition of an industrial additive, potassium chloride, which is commonly used to enhance taste. 'Colour (150c)' is an artificial color typically used to give products a specific appearance. These ingredients classify the product as ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

yeast extract (contains wheat and barley)
OK

salt

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

malt extract

Concentrated sugary extract derived from malted barley, used as a sweetener and flavoring in foods.
OK

contains barley
OK

flavour enhancer (potassium chloride, colour (150c))
OK

spice extracts (contains celery)
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

riboflavin

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.

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Common questions about yeast extract

Is yeast extract ultra-processed?

Yes — yeast extract is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains 'flavour enhancer' and 'colour' (150c). The flavour enhancer indicates the addition of an industrial additive, potassium chloride, which is commonly used to enhance taste. 'Colour (150c)' is an artificial color typically used to give products a specific appearance. These ingredients classify the product as ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification system.

Which ingredients in yeast extract are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in yeast extract as an ultra-processed marker: 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.