Galaxy

Galaxy Minstrels

Barcode 5000159550680

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Yes — Galaxy Minstrels is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. In particular, skimmed milk powder and emulsifier (soya lecithin) are pre-identified UPF ingredients. It also contains dextrin (an industrially processed carbohydrate), palm fat and palm kernel oil (highly refined fats), and glazing agent (carnauba wax), which are all characteristic of industrial formulations. Therefore the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
OK

whey permeate (milk)

Dairy byproduct comprising lactose, minerals, and residual proteins from whey; used as a sweetener or functional ingredient.
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

milk fat

Dairy fat from milk, a basic culinary fat used in dairy products and cooking.
UPF

Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin)

Soya lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, used to improve the texture and shelf life of food products.
UPF

dextrin

A carbohydrate derived from starch, often used as a thickener or binder in foods.
OK

colours (curcumin, vegetable carbon, beetroot red)
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
UPF

glazing agent (carnauba wax)

Edible wax coating derived from carnauba palm used as a glazing agent on candies and confectionery to give a shiny finish.
OK

palm kernel oil

Edible oil extracted from palm kernels, commonly used for frying, cooking, and as an ingredient in processed foods.

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Common questions about Galaxy Minstrels

Is Galaxy Minstrels ultra-processed?

Yes — Galaxy Minstrels by Galaxy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. In particular, skimmed milk powder and emulsifier (soya lecithin) are pre-identified UPF ingredients. It also contains dextrin (an industrially processed carbohydrate), palm fat and palm kernel oil (highly refined fats), and glazing agent (carnauba wax), which are all characteristic of industrial formulations. Therefore the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Galaxy Minstrels are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Galaxy Minstrels as ultra-processed markers: palm fat, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), dextrin, glazing agent (carnauba wax). 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.