alesto

milled chia seeds

Barcode 0207000940194

No — milled chia seeds is not ultra-processed.

Single-ingredient product (chia seeds) with only milling as processing; no additives or industrial formulations, so not ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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chia seeds

Tiny, nutrient-dense seeds from the Salvia hispanica plant, rich in omega-3 fats, fiber, and protein.

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Common questions about milled chia seeds

Is milled chia seeds ultra-processed?

No — milled chia seeds by alesto is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Single-ingredient product (chia seeds) with only milling as processing; no additives or industrial formulations, so not ultra-processed under NOVA.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.