Arla

Protein Chocolate Flavour Pudding

Barcode 4100290080389

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Yes — Protein Chocolate Flavour Pudding is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial additives and formulations, including erythritol (a polyol sweetener), carrageenan (E407, a stabilizer/thickener), guar gum (E412, a thickener), trisodium citrate (an emulsifying salt/stabilizer), magnesium carbonate (E504(i), a regulator/anti-caking agent), steviol glycosides (purified high-intensity sweetener), an added amino acid mix, and natural flavouring. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
UPF

milk protein

Protein derived from milk (e.g., whey or casein); a processed isolated protein ingredient.
OK

erythritol (e968)
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder with reduced fat content, produced by removing part of the fat from cocoa beans. Used to provide chocolate flavor with less fat.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

enzyme lactase
OK

carrageenan (e407)
OK

guar gum (e412)
OK

trisodium citrate
OK

amino acid mix (l-leucine 72%, l-isoleucine 18%, l-valine 9,1%)
OK

vitamin d3

A fat-soluble vitamin (cholecalciferol) used to support calcium absorption and bone health; commonly added to foods or supplements.
OK

steviol glycosides
OK

magnesium carbonate (e504(i))

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Common questions about Protein Chocolate Flavour Pudding

Is Protein Chocolate Flavour Pudding ultra-processed?

Yes — Protein Chocolate Flavour Pudding by Arla is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial additives and formulations, including erythritol (a polyol sweetener), carrageenan (E407, a stabilizer/thickener), guar gum (E412, a thickener), trisodium citrate (an emulsifying salt/stabilizer), magnesium carbonate (E504(i), a regulator/anti-caking agent), steviol glycosides (purified high-intensity sweetener), an added amino acid mix, and natural flavouring. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Protein Chocolate Flavour Pudding are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Protein Chocolate Flavour Pudding as ultra-processed markers: milk protein, natural 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.