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Multigrain shapes

Multigrain shapes

Barcode 4088600295350
Scanned  23  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Multigrain shapes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients such as soluble corn fibre, barley malt extract, flavouring, and caramelised sugar syrup, which fall under NOVA ultra-processed formulations.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    rice flour (55%)
  • OK
    wholegrain oat flour (27%)
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    maize flour (6%)
  • OK
    soluble corn fibre
    A corn-derived dietary fibre used to increase fibre content in foods; a processed carbohydrate ingredient.
  • UPF
    caramelised sugar syrup
    A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.
  • OK
    calcium carbonate
    A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
  • UPF
    Barley Malt Extract
    Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • UPF
    curcumin
    Natural yellow-orange pigment derived from turmeric used as a food colorant.
  • OK
    tocopherol-rich extract antioxidant
    A natural extract rich in tocopherols used as an antioxidant in foods.
  • OK
    ferrous fumarate
    A iron(II) salt used as a fortifying mineral in foods and dietary supplements.
  • OK
    niacin (vitamin b3)
    A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
  • OK
    folic acid
    A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
  • OK
    pantothenic acid
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B5) used as a nutrient fortifier or dietary supplement in fortified foods and supplements.
  • OK
    riboflavin
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
  • OK
    thiamine
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
  • OK
    vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)
    Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
  • OK
    vitamin b12
    A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.
  • OK
    allergy advice: for allergens
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold
  • OK
    may also contain peanuts
  • OK
    nuts
    A basic, whole-food ingredient consisting of kernels from various tree or bush species (e.g., almonds, walnuts, cashews). Rich in fats and protein.
  • OK
    sesame
    A small, tan-to-brown seed used as a food ingredient or topping; mild, nutty flavor.
  • OK
    milk and soya
  • OK
    dietary advice : suitable for vegetarians
  • OK
    no artificial colours
  • OK
    flavourings or preservatives
  • OK
    it's what's inside that counts best before: see top of pack

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Common questions about Multigrain shapes

Is Multigrain shapes ultra-processed?

Yes — Multigrain shapes is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients such as soluble corn fibre, barley malt extract, flavouring, and caramelised sugar syrup, which fall under NOVA ultra-processed formulations.

Which ingredients in Multigrain shapes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Multigrain shapes as ultra-processed markers: caramelised sugar syrup, Barley Malt Extract, flavouring, curcumin. 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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