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Chargrilled Chicken 17g Protein

Barcode 00078696

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Yes — Chargrilled Chicken 17g Protein is ultra-processed.

UPF: Palm oil is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient because it is a highly refined industrial oil. Its presence means the product is classified as ultra-processed. The product also contains several processed purées, extracts, concentrated apple juice, potato starch, and added oils, but palm oil is the decisive UPF ingredient.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

edamame soybeans (44%) peas
OK

chicken breast (16%) peanuts (6%) water
OK

spinach

Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
OK

coconut cream (coconut extract, water)
OK

coriander (cilantro seeds)

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
OK

toasted sesame oil

A flavor oil pressed from sesame seeds and toasted to develop rich nutty aroma; commonly used in Asian cuisine.
OK

lime juice. ginger purée
OK

salt

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

shallots

A small bulbous member of the onion family with a milder, sweeter flavour than onions; used fresh or cooked.
OK

galangal
OK

sugar

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

apple juice concentrate

Concentrated juice obtained from apples by removing water content; a single-ingredient fruit product used as a flavoring or ingredient.
OK

lemongrass

A tall, aromatic grass with citrusy notes used fresh or dried in soups, curries, and teas.
OK

ground spices (coriander, cumin, turmeric) red chilli purée
OK

anchovy extract (fish) garlic purée
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

soybeans

Dried seeds of the soybean, used to make soy products like tofu, soy milk, and soy sauce.
OK

wheat (contains gluten) peanut oil
OK

dried paprika flakes
OK

rapeseed oil

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

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Common questions about Chargrilled Chicken 17g Protein

Is Chargrilled Chicken 17g Protein ultra-processed?

Yes — Chargrilled Chicken 17g Protein by M&S is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). UPF: Palm oil is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient because it is a highly refined industrial oil. Its presence means the product is classified as ultra-processed. The product also contains several processed purées, extracts, concentrated apple juice, potato starch, and added oils, but palm oil is the decisive UPF ingredient.

Which ingredients in Chargrilled Chicken 17g Protein are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chargrilled Chicken 17g Protein as an ultra-processed marker: palm oil. 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.