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Nutty Granola by By sainsbury's
By sainsbury's

Nutty Granola

Barcode 00405249
Scanned  46  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Nutty Granola is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrin fibre (an industrially processed, isolated carbohydrate) and palm oil (a highly refined oil). These ingredients fall under NOVA group 4 industrial formulations/additives, so the whole product is considered UPF, even though it also contains many minimally processed ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, and maple syrup.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    oat flakes
    Flaked oats, a common breakfast cereal ingredient and baking base.
  • OK
    maltodextrin fibre
  • OK
    wheat flakes
    Flaked wheat cereal, a processed cereal ingredient used for breakfast cereals.
  • 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
    mixed nuts (25%) (hazelnuts, cashew nuts, brazil nuts)
  • OK
    almonds
    Edible seeds of the Prunus dulcis tree; mildly sweet, versatile in sweet and savory dishes, rich in healthy fats, protein, and micronutrients.
  • OK
    maple syrup (2%)
  • OK
    pumpkin seeds
    Edible seeds of pumpkins, rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals; commonly used roasted or as a topping or ingredient in baking.
  • OK
    sunflower seeds
    Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
  • OK
    coconut
    A tropical fruit from the coconut palm; the edible white meat (copra) and liquid inside are commonly consumed in various forms (fresh, dried, milk, oil).
  • OK
    linseed
    Also known as flaxseed; a small, nutrient-rich seed high in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.

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Common questions about Nutty Granola

Is Nutty Granola ultra-processed?

Yes — Nutty Granola by By sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrin fibre (an industrially processed, isolated carbohydrate) and palm oil (a highly refined oil). These ingredients fall under NOVA group 4 industrial formulations/additives, so the whole product is considered UPF, even though it also contains many minimally processed ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, and maple syrup.

Which ingredients in Nutty Granola are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Nutty Granola as an ultra-processed marker: palm oil. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Nutty Granola?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Granola Nuts & Seeds by Lizi's, Low Sugar Granola Original by Crownfield, Super Berry Granola by Deluxe. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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