Harvest Morn (Aldi)

Instant Oats - Golden Syrup

Barcode 4088600212746

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Instant Oats - Golden Syrup is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains 'flavouring', which is an industrial additive. According to the NOVA system and the given rules, the presence of flavourings makes a product UPF. Other ingredients like oats, skimmed milk powder, and sugar alone would not necessarily make it UPF, but the inclusion of flavouring does.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

oats

Whole grain cereal grain from Avena sativa, commonly used as a breakfast cereal and ingredient in baking. Rich in soluble fiber (beta-glucan) and provides energy and texture.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

sugar

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

flavouring

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

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Common questions about Instant Oats - Golden Syrup

Is Instant Oats - Golden Syrup ultra-processed?

Yes — Instant Oats - Golden Syrup by Harvest Morn (Aldi) is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains 'flavouring', which is an industrial additive. According to the NOVA system and the given rules, the presence of flavourings makes a product UPF. Other ingredients like oats, skimmed milk powder, and sugar alone would not necessarily make it UPF, but the inclusion of flavouring does.

Which ingredients in Instant Oats - Golden Syrup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Instant Oats - Golden Syrup as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. 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?

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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.