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Grape-Nuts

Barcode 0884912005502

Scanned 161 times by Nomi users

No — Grape-Nuts is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists of wholegrain wheat flour, malted barley flour, salt, dried yeast, and vitamin/mineral fortification. These are basic or minimally processed ingredients, and there are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, inverted syrups, flavorings, or other cosmetic additives). Therefore, under the given NOVA-based rules, this product is not classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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wholegrain wheat flour

A coarse to medium-ground flour made from the entire wheat kernel, including bran and germ, used as a basic baking flour.
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malted barley flour

Flour produced from malted barley, often used for flavor, browning, and as a source of fermentable sugars in baking.
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salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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dried yeast

Dehydrated yeast used as a leavening agent or flavoring in baking and fermentation.
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iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
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niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
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vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
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thiamin (vitamin b1)

A water-soluble B vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism, energy production and nervous system function; commonly used as a dietary supplement or nutrient in foods.
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folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Grape-Nuts

Is Grape-Nuts ultra-processed?

No — Grape-Nuts by Post is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists of wholegrain wheat flour, malted barley flour, salt, dried yeast, and vitamin/mineral fortification. These are basic or minimally processed ingredients, and there are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, inverted syrups, flavorings, or other cosmetic additives). Therefore, under the given NOVA-based rules, this product is not classified as ultra-processed.

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.