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Yes — Takis Dragon Sweet chilli is ultra-processed.
The ingredient list includes several ultra-processed components and additives: maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), monosodium glutamate (a flavor enhancer), natural and artificial flavorings, and palm oil (a highly refined oil). These ingredients classify the product as ultra-processed according to NOVA.
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Yes — Takis Dragon Sweet chilli by Takis is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list includes several ultra-processed components and additives: maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), monosodium glutamate (a flavor enhancer), natural and artificial flavorings, and palm oil (a highly refined oil). These ingredients classify the product as ultra-processed according to NOVA.
Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Tortilla Chips by Stockwell & Co., Lightly salted tortilla chips by Aldi, Sainsbury tortillas by Sainsbury's. See the healthier alternatives above for details.
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.
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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.