Vitamin Drink Mix

Barcode 4061459665871

Yes — Vitamin Drink Mix is ultra-processed.

Contains several ultra-processed additives including citric acid, natural flavors, and artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

vitamin c (ascorbic acid)

A water-soluble essential nutrient and antioxidant used as a dietary supplement and food additive.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
UPF

natural flavors

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to add or enhance aroma and taste; can include essential oils, extracts, or other natural flavor compounds.
OK

sodium bicarbonate

Baking soda; a basic leavening agent used in baking and cooking.
OK

potassium bicarbonate
UPF

sucralose

Artificial non-nutritive sweetener used to sweeten products.
UPF

acesulfame potassium

A zero-calorie artificial sweetener used to sweeten foods and beverages. Often found in diet sodas and sugar-free products.
UPF

beta-carotene coloring

A pigment used as a food coloring; beta-carotene is a natural carotenoid pigment that imparts orange-yellow color and can function as a vitamin A precursor.

Common questions about Vitamin Drink Mix

Is Vitamin Drink Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Vitamin Drink Mix is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains several ultra-processed additives including citric acid, natural flavors, and artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Vitamin Drink Mix are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Vitamin Drink Mix as ultra-processed markers: natural flavors, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, beta-carotene coloring. 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?

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.