Alesto

Alesto pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls

Barcode 4056489822752

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Yes — Alesto pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial protein isolates (pea protein, rice protein), which are extracted and highly processed ingredients used to boost protein content. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed category under NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls ingredients 55% date paste
OK

cashew nut pieces
OK

10% pistachio nut pieces
OK

rice starch

Starch derived from rice used as a thickener or anti-caking agent in foods.
OK

grape juice concentrate

A juice concentrate derived from grapes, used as a sweetening or flavoring ingredient; typically a single-ingredient fruit product.
OK

desiccated coconut

Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
UPF

pea protein

Protein derived from yellow peas, often sold as powder or isolate for texturizing and fortification.
UPF

rice protein

A plant-based protein powder/isolated protein derived from milled rice. Processed to extract protein, often used as a vegan protein source.
OK

chia seeds (salvia hispanica)
OK

tapioca fibre
OK

1% lemon oil. allergy advice for allergens
OK

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Common questions about Alesto pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls

Is Alesto pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls ultra-processed?

Yes — Alesto pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls by Alesto is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial protein isolates (pea protein, rice protein), which are extracted and highly processed ingredients used to boost protein content. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed category under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Alesto pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Alesto pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls as ultra-processed markers: pea protein, rice protein. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Alesto pistachio nut and lemon flavoured protein balls?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Choc Brownie Natural Protein Bar by TRIBE. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.