the protein ball co

The Protein Ball Lemon & Pistachio

Barcode 0813047020005

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No — The Protein Ball Lemon & Pistachio is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is composed of whole or minimally processed foods (dates, nuts, seeds, coconut) and basic protein/fiber sources (pea protein, rice protein, tapioca fibre) plus vitamins and natural extracts. It does not contain industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, industrial syrups, flavourings, or refined/hydrogenated oils. Therefore, according to the given NOVA-based rules, it is not classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

dates

A natural sweet fruit from the date palm, rich in sugars, fiber, and minerals.
OK

cashews

Cashews are a whole, edible seed of the cashew tree, commonly used as a snack or ingredient in recipes.
OK

pistachios (9%). rice starch
OK

grape juice concentrate

A juice concentrate derived from grapes, used as a sweetening or flavoring ingredient; typically a single-ingredient fruit product.
OK

desiccated coconut

Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
UPF

pea protein

Protein derived from yellow peas, often sold as powder or isolate for texturizing and fortification.
UPF

rice protein

A plant-based protein powder/isolated protein derived from milled rice. Processed to extract protein, often used as a vegan protein source.
OK

chia seeds

Small seeds from the Salvia hispanica plant, high in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and minerals; commonly used in smoothies, puddings, and baking.
OK

tapioca fibre
OK

lemon oil (0.35%)
OK

acerola cherry extract
OK

vitamin d3

A fat-soluble vitamin (cholecalciferol) used to support calcium absorption and bone health; commonly added to foods or supplements.
OK

vitamin b12

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

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Common questions about The Protein Ball Lemon & Pistachio

Is The Protein Ball Lemon & Pistachio ultra-processed?

No — The Protein Ball Lemon & Pistachio by the protein ball co is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is composed of whole or minimally processed foods (dates, nuts, seeds, coconut) and basic protein/fiber sources (pea protein, rice protein, tapioca fibre) plus vitamins and natural extracts. It does not contain industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, industrial syrups, flavourings, or refined/hydrogenated oils. Therefore, according to the given NOVA-based rules, it is not classified as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in The Protein Ball Lemon & Pistachio are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in The Protein Ball Lemon & Pistachio as ultra-processed markers: pea protein, rice protein. 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.