M&S

Vanilla Protein Milkshake

Barcode 29386130

Yes — Vanilla Protein Milkshake is ultra-processed.

Contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including artificial sweetener (sucralose), industrial stabilisers/thickeners (E418, carrageenan), and acidity regulators (E339, E500), as well as unspecified flavourings.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

ingredients skimmed milk (92%) milk protein. flavourings lactase enzyme. stabiliser: e418
OK

carrageenan acidity regulator: e339
OK

e500 sweetener: sucralose. vitamin d

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Common questions about Vanilla Protein Milkshake

Is Vanilla Protein Milkshake ultra-processed?

Yes — Vanilla Protein Milkshake by M&S is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including artificial sweetener (sucralose), industrial stabilisers/thickeners (E418, carrageenan), and acidity regulators (E339, E500), as well as unspecified flavourings.

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.