M&S FOOD good gut

Honey and Ginger Kefir Drink

Barcode 29493807

Yes — Honey and Ginger Kefir Drink is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday, due to its industrial functional additive.

This kefir drink contains plenibiotic (inactivated Lactobacillus casei/paracasei 327), an isolated and industrially processed microbial ingredient added for a functional effect. Under the stated criteria, extracted or isolated additives are considered ultra-processed. The kefir, honey, ginger juice, lemon juice, chicory fibre, cornflour, and live cultures do not independently make the product UPF, but the inactivated bacterial preparation does.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

kefir (milk)
OK

water

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

honey

A natural sweetener produced by bees, comprising sugars and trace nutrients, used as a flavouring and sweetener.
OK

inulin chicory fibre

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

ginger juice (1.5%)
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.
OK

plenibiotic (inactivated lacticaseibacillus paracasei 327)
OK

cultures including: bifidobacterium
OK

lactobacillus acidophilus

A probiotic bacterial culture often used in fortified foods or supplements.
OK

lactobacillus bulgaricus

A live bacterial culture used as a starter in yogurt fermentation; typically combined with Streptococcus thermophilus to convert lactose into lactic acid.
OK

lactobacillus paracasei
OK

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.

Common questions about Honey and Ginger Kefir Drink

Is Honey and Ginger Kefir Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Honey and Ginger Kefir Drink by M&S FOOD good gut is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This kefir drink contains plenibiotic (inactivated Lactobacillus casei/paracasei 327), an isolated and industrially processed microbial ingredient added for a functional effect. Under the stated criteria, extracted or isolated additives are considered ultra-processed. The kefir, honey, ginger juice, lemon juice, chicory fibre, cornflour, and live cultures do not independently make the product UPF, but the inactivated bacterial preparation does.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.