Marks & Spencer

Strawberry Banana Yogurt

Barcode 29477517

No — Strawberry Banana Yogurt is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains yogurt, fruit purées, concentrated grape juice, lemon juice, cornflour, live cultures, calcium and vitamin D. These are minimally processed foods and simple nutrients, with no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, colorings, or refined industrial syrups (e.g., glucose syrup, maltodextrin, inverted sugar). Therefore, under NOVA, this would not be classified as an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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yogurt (milk)

A fermented dairy product made from milk with lactic acid bacteria cultures. Common as a breakfast or ingredient in dishes.
OK

strawberry puree

A puree made from strawberries, typically used as a fruit base or ingredient in desserts and smoothies.
OK

banana puree

A puree made from ripe bananas, commonly used as a natural sweetener or thickener in foods.
OK

concentrated grape juice

Juice derived from grapes that has been concentrated by removing water, used as a sweetening or flavoring ingredient.
OK

calcium

Mineral supplement; not a food ingredient by itself but can be added to foods as fortification. Typically not consumed alone as a food.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
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lactobacillus bulgaricus cultures

Probiotic cultures used for fermentation (e.g., yogurt). Considered a valid food culture ingredient.
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lactobacillus rhamnosus

A beneficial lactic acid bacterium used as a probiotic in foods like yogurt and supplements. It can help support gut health and immune function.
OK

streptococcus thermophilus

A lactic acid bacterium used in dairy fermentation (e.g., yogurt and cheese starters). It is a traditional, safe food culture that works with other cultures.
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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 Strawberry Banana Yogurt

Is Strawberry Banana Yogurt ultra-processed?

No — Strawberry Banana Yogurt by Marks & Spencer is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains yogurt, fruit purées, concentrated grape juice, lemon juice, cornflour, live cultures, calcium and vitamin D. These are minimally processed foods and simple nutrients, with no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, colorings, or refined industrial syrups (e.g., glucose syrup, maltodextrin, inverted sugar). Therefore, under NOVA, this would not be classified as an ultra-processed food.

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.