Lidl

Kong Strong Wild Power Sugar Free

Barcode 20917609

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Yes — Kong Strong Wild Power Sugar Free is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and artificial sweeteners: acesulfame K and aspartame (artificial sweeteners), ‘flavouring’ (industrial flavouring agents), and ‘colour: plain caramel’ (industrial colour). These additives place the drink in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
OK

acid: citric acid; acidity regulator: sodium citrates; 0.4% taurine
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

colour: plain caramel; sweeteners: acesulfame k
UPF

aspartame

A low-calorie artificial sweetener (dipeptide) added to foods and drinks to provide sweetness.
OK

caffine
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

pantothenic acid

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B5) used as a nutrient fortifier or dietary supplement in fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin b

A generic term for B-complex vitamins, essential nutrients often used as dietary supplements or fortificants in foods.
OK

vitamin b12. *contains a source of phenylalanine

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Common questions about Kong Strong Wild Power Sugar Free

Is Kong Strong Wild Power Sugar Free ultra-processed?

Yes — Kong Strong Wild Power Sugar Free by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and artificial sweeteners: acesulfame K and aspartame (artificial sweeteners), ‘flavouring’ (industrial flavouring agents), and ‘colour: plain caramel’ (industrial colour). These additives place the drink in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Kong Strong Wild Power Sugar Free are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Kong Strong Wild Power Sugar Free as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, aspartame. 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.