LA VIE

PLANT-BASED HAM SMOKED

Barcode 3770018078236

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Yes — PLANT-BASED HAM SMOKED is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including natural flavouring and smoke flavouring (both pre-identified UPF ingredients), as well as acidity regulator (potassium acetates) and preservative (lactic acid). These industrial additives and flavourings make the overall product an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

90% rehydrated pea proteins
OK

soy proteins
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

radish concentrate juice
UPF

smoke flavouring

A flavoring agent used to impart smoky aroma or taste in foods. Often an extract or additive designed to mimic smoky flavors.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

potassium acetates (acidity regulator)

A salt of acetic acid used as an acidity regulator in foods to control pH and stabilize flavors.
OK

preservative: vegan lactic acid

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Common questions about PLANT-BASED HAM SMOKED

Is PLANT-BASED HAM SMOKED ultra-processed?

Yes — PLANT-BASED HAM SMOKED by LA VIE is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including natural flavouring and smoke flavouring (both pre-identified UPF ingredients), as well as acidity regulator (potassium acetates) and preservative (lactic acid). These industrial additives and flavourings make the overall product an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in PLANT-BASED HAM SMOKED are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in PLANT-BASED HAM SMOKED as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, smoke flavouring, potassium acetates (acidity regulator). 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.