Why is Oroweat bread classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because it is made with refined wheat flour, added oils, sweeteners, preservatives and emulsifiers, it fits the NOVA 4 definition of ultra-processed foods; the label lists the additives E200 (sorbic acid), E282 (ca...

Oroweat • 550 g

OROWEAT

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Oroweat wholemeal bread is a 550 g, 15-slice loaf marketed as a plant-based source of protein, belonging to the cereal-and-potatoes (Bread) food group. The product is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and carries several additives including E200, E282, E300, E341 and E481 while its nutrient levels show moderate fat and high salt, and its Nutri-Score is not assigned. Overall, the bread offers whole-grain ingredients like wheat, oats, sunflower seeds and linseed, but the high sodium content and presence of additives may be concerns for consumers seeking low-salt or additive-free options.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal264 kcal

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average wholemeal bread (5.52 g fat, 3.95 g salt per 100 g), Oroweat's salt level is considerably higher while its fat content remains comparable.

Ingredients

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