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high fibre mixed fruit muesli by co op
co op

high fibre mixed fruit muesli

Barcode 5000129339826
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — high fibre mixed fruit muesli is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/flavourings: unspecified flavouring in sweetened banana chips and the preservative sulphur dioxide, which are extracted/isolated additives according to NOVA-style criteria.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wholegrain oat flakes
    Rolled oats from whole grains, commonly used as breakfast cereal or ingredient in baking.
  • OK
    sultanas
    Dried grapes (sultanas), a sweet dried fruit often used in cereals and baking.
  • OK
    wheat flakes
    Flaked wheat cereal, a processed cereal ingredient used for breakfast cereals.
  • OK
    malted wheat flakes
    Cereal flakes made from malted wheat, often used as a breakfast cereal component.
  • OK
    raisins
    Dried grapes, sweet and chewy, used as a snack or ingredient in baked goods and dishes; provide natural sugars and nutrients.
  • OK
    barley flakes
    Rolled or flattened barley grain flakes, a basic cereal ingredient.
  • UPF
    sweetened banana chips
    Dried banana chips with added sugar and flavouring; typically fried or baked in oil.
  • UPF
    sweetened dried cranberries
    Cranberries dried with added sugar; common ingredient in cereals and snacks.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    dried apricot
    Dried fruit (apricots) with 2% added apricot content, typically sun- or oven-dried to remove moisture; a simple, minimally processed fruit product.
  • OK
    rice flour
    A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
  • UPF
    preservative: sulfur dioxide
    A chemical preservative used to prevent browning and extend shelf life in foods such as dried fruits; it is an additive rather than a standalone ingredient.
  • OK
    dried apple
    Dried fruit (apples) with 1% added apple content, typically dried to reduce moisture for preservation; a simple, minimally processed fruit product.

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Common questions about high fibre mixed fruit muesli

Is high fibre mixed fruit muesli ultra-processed?

Yes — high fibre mixed fruit muesli by co op is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/flavourings: unspecified flavouring in sweetened banana chips and the preservative sulphur dioxide, which are extracted/isolated additives according to NOVA-style criteria.

Which ingredients in high fibre mixed fruit muesli are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in high fibre mixed fruit muesli as ultra-processed markers: sweetened banana chips, sweetened dried cranberries, preservative: sulfur dioxide. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to high fibre mixed fruit muesli?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Simply Delicious Muesli by Dorset Cereals, Organic Muesli With Raisins & Almonds by Duchy Organic, Waitrose, simply nutty muesli by dorset cereals. 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.

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