Freshona

Beetroot

Barcode 40891712

Scanned 28 times by Nomi users

Yes — Beetroot is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to the NOVA system because it contains spice extracts, which are industrially processed additives. While the base ingredients (beetroot, water, sugar, spirit vinegar, salt, onion) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, the presence of spice extracts—pre‑identified as UPF ingredients—requires classifying the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

beetroot

Root vegetable from the beet family, commonly eaten raw, roasted, or pickled; naturally sweet and earthy flavor.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

sugar

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
UPF

spice extracts

Concentrated flavouring derived from spices; a processed extract used to impart aroma or taste.

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Common questions about Beetroot

Is Beetroot ultra-processed?

Yes — Beetroot by Freshona is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to the NOVA system because it contains spice extracts, which are industrially processed additives. While the base ingredients (beetroot, water, sugar, spirit vinegar, salt, onion) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, the presence of spice extracts—pre‑identified as UPF ingredients—requires classifying the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Beetroot are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Beetroot as an ultra-processed marker: spice extracts. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Beetroot?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Biona Organic Beetroot Slices by Biona, Sliced Beetroot by Sainsbury's,By Sainsbury's. 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.