M&S Plant Kitchen

OAT BARISTA

Barcode 29122004

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — OAT BARISTA is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several additives and industrial ingredients: emulsifier E471, stabiliser E418, acidity regulator E340, chicory fibre, and broad bean protein isolate/concentrate. Emulsifiers, stabilisers, and acidity regulators are hallmark NOVA Group 4 ingredients. E471 is also pre-identified as a UPF ingredient, which alone is sufficient to classify the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

oats

Whole grain cereal from the oat plant; staple breakfast ingredient.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

inulin chicory fibre

Dietary fiber extracted from chicory root, commonly used as a prebiotic fiber additive.
UPF

broad bean protein

Protein ingredient derived from broad beans (Vicia faba) used as a plant-based protein source in foods.
OK

coconut oil

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

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

acidity regulator e340 (disodium phosphate)

Food additive used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in processed foods.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
UPF

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (e471)

An emulsifier derived from fats that helps blend ingredients and improve texture in baked goods, spreads, and confectionery.
UPF

stabiliser e418 (likely gellan gum)

Food additive used as a stabiliser to improve texture and viscosity in products.
OK

vitamin b12

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

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.

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Common questions about OAT BARISTA

Is OAT BARISTA ultra-processed?

Yes — OAT BARISTA by M&S Plant Kitchen is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several additives and industrial ingredients: emulsifier E471, stabiliser E418, acidity regulator E340, chicory fibre, and broad bean protein isolate/concentrate. Emulsifiers, stabilisers, and acidity regulators are hallmark NOVA Group 4 ingredients. E471 is also pre-identified as a UPF ingredient, which alone is sufficient to classify the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in OAT BARISTA are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in OAT BARISTA as ultra-processed markers: broad bean protein, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (e471), stabiliser e418 (likely gellan gum). 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.