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Yes — The original Alphabites is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed because it contains an industrial stabiliser (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), which is an extracted/chemically modified additive not used in home cooking.
Other fruit & vegetables Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Avocado
Tesco
Not UPF
Sliced Gherkins
Baxters
Not UPF
Avocado
No Brand
Not UPF
Garden Peas
Birds Eye
Not UPF
Sultanas
Sundora
Not UPF
Chopped Tomatoes with Herbs in a Rich Tomato Juice
Cucina
Not UPF
Sweet Piquante Peppers
PEPPADEW
Not UPF
Whole cucumber
Sainsbury's
Not UPF
apples
Tesco
Not UPF
Avocado
Aldi
Not UPF
Yes — The original Alphabites by Birds Eye is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains an industrial stabiliser (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), which is an extracted/chemically modified additive not used in home cooking.
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.
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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.