Brooklea

aldi protein yogurt

Barcode 4088600212548

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Yes — aldi protein yogurt is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and sweeteners: flavouring, thickener, locust bean gum, artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), and juice from concentrate. These additives and industrial ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

low fat soft cheese (milk)
OK

low fat yogurt (milk)

A dairy product from milk with reduced fat content. Contains live cultures in many brands.
OK

peach (696)
OK

passion fruit juice from concentrate (1%)
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
UPF

flavouring

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

carrot concentrate

Concentrated carrot juice or puree used as a flavor/colouring ingredient; a processed vegetable product.
UPF

thickener

A generic food additive used to thicken textures, such as gums or starches (e.g., xanthan gum, carrageenan, or modified starch).
OK

locust bean gum
OK

citric acid (acidity regulator)

Citric acid used as acidity regulator and preservative in beverages and foods; a natural organic acid derived from citrus fruits.
UPF

sodium citrates

Sodium citrate is a salt of citric acid used as an acidity regulator, flavor enhancer, and emulsifier in foods. It helps control acidity and can act as a buffering agent.
UPF

acesulfame k

Artificial sweetener used as a sugar substitute in beverages and foods.
UPF

sucralose

A synthetic, non-nutritive sweetener derived from sucrose by chlorination; widely used as a low-calorie sweetener in foods and beverages.

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Common questions about aldi protein yogurt

Is aldi protein yogurt ultra-processed?

Yes — aldi protein yogurt by Brooklea is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and sweeteners: flavouring, thickener, locust bean gum, artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), and juice from concentrate. These additives and industrial ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in aldi protein yogurt are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in aldi protein yogurt as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, carrot concentrate, thickener, sodium citrates, acesulfame k, sucralose. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to aldi protein yogurt?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including peach melba yoghurt by Longley Farm. 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.