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Summary
This bread contains whole rye, which is a nutritious ingredient providing fiber and essential nutrients. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the presence of wheat flour, yeast, and a flour improver, which indicates a higher level of processing. The use of ascorbic acid as a flour improver suggests additional processing, which impacts the overall healthiness of the product.
Key ingredients 8
Whole ryeGood
Whole rye is a nutritious whole grain that provides dietary fiber and essential nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient in bread.
Iodised saltGood
Iodised salt supplies essential iodine, supporting thyroid health and preventing deficiency.
WaterNeutral
Water is a basic ingredient necessary for dough formation and has no significant health impact.
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Yeast is used for fermentation and leavening, contributing to bread texture without significant health concerns.
See more about Yeast →Wheat glutenNeutral
Wheat gluten provides structure and elasticity to the dough, with a neutral health effect for most consumers.
See more about Wheat gluten →Flour improver (ascorbic acid)Neutral
Ascorbic acid is used to improve dough strength and bread quality, with a neutral health impact.
En:300Neutral
En:300 (ascorbic acid) is an additive used to enhance dough properties, generally recognized as safe.
Wheat flourBad
Refined grain flour stripped of bran and germ.
See more about Wheat flour →Processing
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