Yes — Soya Vanilla Flavour is ultra-processed.
The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch and natural flavouring, which are industrial additives according to NOVA. It also includes other additives such as locust bean gum (thickener) and calcium salts of orthophosphoric and citric acids (stabilizing/fortifying agents), which further support the UPF classification.
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Yes — Soya Vanilla Flavour by Vemondo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch and natural flavouring, which are industrial additives according to NOVA. It also includes other additives such as locust bean gum (thickener) and calcium salts of orthophosphoric and citric acids (stabilizing/fortifying agents), which further support the UPF classification.
Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Soya Vanilla Flavour as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, natural flavouring, sodium citrates, carrot concentrate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.
Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Plant Chef Soya Alternative To Plain Yogurt by Tesco, Soya Yoghurt by Asda. See the healthier alternatives above for details.
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.
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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.