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Maple Pecan Almond by Kind
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Maple Pecan Almond

Barcode 5000159542630
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Maple Pecan Almond is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, specifically: glucose syrup (an industrially extracted refined sugar syrup), natural flavouring (an industrial flavouring agent), emulsifier (soya lecithin) (an industrial emulsifier), and fructo-oligosaccharide (an industrially produced isolated fiber/sweetener). According to the NOVA criteria and the provided rules, the presence of these ingredients makes the whole product UPF, even though it also contains minimally processed ingredients like nuts, honey, maple syrup, and sea salt.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    pecans
    A rich, buttery, elongated-shelled tree-nut commonly used in baking, snacks, and desserts. High in healthy fats and protein.
  • OK
    almonds
    Edible seeds of the Prunus dulcis tree; mildly sweet, versatile in sweet and savory dishes, rich in healthy fats, protein, and micronutrients.
  • OK
    peanuts
    A legume commonly eaten roasted or ground into peanut butter; a common basic ingredient in foods.
  • UPF
    fructo-oligosaccharide (fos)
    Fructo-oligosaccharide is a short-chain carbohydrate used as a prebiotic fiber and food ingredient.
  • OK
    honey
    A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
  • UPF
    glucose syrup
    A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
  • OK
    rice crisps (rice flour, sugar, salt)
  • OK
    maple syrup
    A traditional sweet syrup made from the sap of maple trees, commonly used as a natural sweetener in foods and beverages.
  • UPF
    natural flavouring
    A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
  • OK
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • UPF
    Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin)
    Soya lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, used to improve the texture and shelf life of food products.

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Common questions about Maple Pecan Almond

Is Maple Pecan Almond ultra-processed?

Yes — Maple Pecan Almond by Kind is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, specifically: glucose syrup (an industrially extracted refined sugar syrup), natural flavouring (an industrial flavouring agent), emulsifier (soya lecithin) (an industrial emulsifier), and fructo-oligosaccharide (an industrially produced isolated fiber/sweetener). According to the NOVA criteria and the provided rules, the presence of these ingredients makes the whole product UPF, even though it also contains minimally processed ingredients like nuts, honey, maple syrup, and sea salt.

Which ingredients in Maple Pecan Almond are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Maple Pecan Almond as ultra-processed markers: fructo-oligosaccharide (fos), glucose syrup, natural flavouring, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Maple Pecan Almond?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Cashew Cookie Raw Fruit & Nut WholefoodBars by Nakd, Fruit and Nutbar by Eat Natural, Cashew Crush Raw Fruit & Nut Bars by Alesto. 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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