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Mushy peas by Princes Freshona
Princes Freshona

Mushy peas

Barcode 20675165
Scanned  33  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Mushy peas is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include industrial additives: the colour riboflavin used as a color additive and the artificial colour Brilliant Blue FCF, which are extracted/synthesized additives typical of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    95% rehydrated dried peas
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    colour: riboflavin
  • OK
    brilliant blue fcf

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Common questions about Mushy peas

Is Mushy peas ultra-processed?

Yes — Mushy peas by Princes Freshona is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include industrial additives: the colour riboflavin used as a color additive and the artificial colour Brilliant Blue FCF, which are extracted/synthesized additives typical of ultra-processed foods.

What are healthier alternatives to Mushy peas?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Mushy Peas by Marks & Spencer. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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