Specially Selected

Very Berry Granola

Barcode 4088600169842

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Yes — Very Berry Granola is ultra-processed.

The product contains palm oil and flavouring, which are ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. Therefore, the granola is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

rolled oats

Whole or cracked oat grains that have been steamed and rolled into flat flakes; a basic cereal ingredient common in cereals, baking, and porridge.
OK

sugar

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

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

flaked almonds (1,5%)
OK

pumpkin seeds

Edible seeds of pumpkins, rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals; commonly used roasted or as a topping or ingredient in baking.
OK

freeze dried blackcurrant pieces (1,5%)
OK

honey

A traditional, natural sweetener produced by honeybees from floral nectar; usually used directly in foods.
OK

freeze dried blueberries (0,5%)
OK

freeze dried cranberry slices (0,5%)
OK

sunflower seeds

Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
OK

chopped roasted almonds
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

allergy advice: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold
OK

may contain other nuts
OK

milk and other gluten sources
OK

dietary advice : suitable for vegetarians
OK

warning: although every effort has been made to remove shell and stones
OK

some small fragments may remain
OK

small children can choke on nuts

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

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Not Ultra-Processed

Low Sugar Granola Original

Organic Honey, Seed & Almond Granola

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Common questions about Very Berry Granola

Is Very Berry Granola ultra-processed?

Yes — Very Berry Granola by Specially Selected is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains palm oil and flavouring, which are ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. Therefore, the granola is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Very Berry Granola are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Very Berry Granola as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Very Berry Granola?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Low Sugar Granola Original by Crownfield, Super Berry Granola by Deluxe, Berry Granola by Waitrose & Partners. 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?

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.

Very Berry Granola

Ingredients

Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about Very Berry Granola

Is Very Berry Granola ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Very Berry Granola are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Very Berry Granola?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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