Marks & Spencer

Soy Drink

Barcode 00763103

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Soy Drink is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains flavouring and stabiliser (e418), which are industrial additives used to modify taste and texture.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

soybeans (9%)
OK

calcium

Mineral supplement; not a food ingredient by itself but can be added to foods as fortification. Typically not consumed alone as a food.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

stabiliser e418 (likely gellan gum)

Food additive used as a stabiliser to improve texture and viscosity in products.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

potassium iodide

A simple inorganic salt used as a source of iodine in food fortification and dietary supplements; also used in medical applications.
OK

vitamin b12

A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.

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Common questions about Soy Drink

Is Soy Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Soy Drink by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains flavouring and stabiliser (e418), which are industrial additives used to modify taste and texture.

Which ingredients in Soy Drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Soy Drink as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, stabiliser e418 (likely gellan gum). 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.