Lemon Lime Soda

Barcode 4062139017799

Yes — Lemon Lime Soda is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations: natural flavourings, acidity regulator (sodium citrate), and high-intensity sweetener (steviol glycosides). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

acids (citric acid, malic acid)

A mixture of edible organic acids used to provide sourness and to adjust acidity (citric acid and malic acid).
UPF

natural lemon and lime flavouring

A natural flavoring derived from citrus sources used to impart lemon and lime aroma and taste in foods and beverages.
UPF

other natural flavourings

Additional natural flavor components used to enhance aroma and taste; typically extracts or concentrates from natural sources.
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
UPF

steviol glycosides (stevia sweetener)

A high-intensity natural sweetener derived from Stevia rebaudiana leaves, used to sweeten products without adding significant calories.

Common questions about Lemon Lime Soda

Is Lemon Lime Soda ultra-processed?

Yes — Lemon Lime Soda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations: natural flavourings, acidity regulator (sodium citrate), and high-intensity sweetener (steviol glycosides). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Lemon Lime Soda are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Lemon Lime Soda as ultra-processed markers: natural lemon and lime flavouring, other natural flavourings, sodium citrate, steviol glycosides (stevia sweetener). 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.