Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch

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Yes — Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugar), polydextrose (bulking agent), sorbitol syrup (humectant sugar alcohol), gelatine (industrial gelling agent), flavourings (industrial flavour compounds). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and meet NOVA criteria for UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
UPF

bulking agent (polydextrose)

Polydextrose used as a bulking agent or fiber supplement in foods; a processed carbohydrate.
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

humectant (sorbitol syrup)
OK

gelatin

A protein derived from animal collagen used as a gelling agent in desserts and pastes.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

acids (malic acid, acetic acid)
OK

concentrated fruit juices' (1 %) (apple, lime, orange, lemon, strawberry, blackcurrant, raspberry)
OK

colours (anthocyanins, vegetable carbon, paprika extract, lutein, curcumin)
OK

coconut oil

Oil pressed from mature coconuts, used for cooking and baking.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

glazing agent (carnauba wa 'equivalent to 6.9% fruit juice.)

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Common questions about Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch

Is Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch ultra-processed?

Yes — Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch by Lu is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugar), polydextrose (bulking agent), sorbitol syrup (humectant sugar alcohol), gelatine (industrial gelling agent), flavourings (industrial flavour compounds). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and meet NOVA criteria for UPF.

Which ingredients in Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, bulking agent (polydextrose), flavourings. 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.