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Fruit Slices APPLE

Barcode 5000168036991

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Yes — Fruit Slices APPLE is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives such as maltitol syrup (a sugar alcohol sweetener), humectant (glycerine), gelling agent (pectins), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, and natural flavouring/flavourings. These extracted and industrially processed additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

dried grapes (27%) (sultanas and currants in varying proportions)
OK

apple flavour filling (9%) [bulking agent (maltitol syrup)
UPF

glycerin (glycerol)

A humectant used to retain moisture in foods and to improve texture; often added as a sweetener or stabilizer.
OK

wheat bran

Outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients, commonly used as a baking or cereal ingredient.
OK

apple juice concentrate (0.3%)
OK

pectin (gelling agent)

Pectin is a natural polysaccharide extracted from fruits, used as a gelling and thickening agent in jams, jellies, and desserts.
OK

acidity regulators (sodium citrates, citric acid)

Compounds added to foods to control acidity or basicity; often include sodium citrate and citric acid.
OK

ground cinnamon

A spice derived from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, ground into fine powder for flavoring and aroma in foods.
UPF

natural flavouring

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

firming agent (calcium lactate)]
OK

sunflower oil

A basic edible oil pressed from sunflower seeds; common cooking oil.
OK

sugar

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

inulin

A soluble dietary fibre derived from plants (commonly chicory) used as a fibre supplement or texturizer in foods.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

milk solids

Dried component of milk containing proteins, lactose, and minerals; used as a milk-derived ingredient.
OK

raising agents (sodium bicarbonate, disodium diphosphate, ammonium bicarbonate)
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

dried skimmed milk

Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
UPF

natural flavourings (contains milk)

Ingredients used to impart flavor in foods, dairy-containing flavorings.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

ground cinnamon. for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain nuts
OK

sesame seeds. *contains 27% dried fruit (sultanas/ currants) and the equivalent of 3.2% apple. typical number of slices per pack: 12

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Common questions about Fruit Slices APPLE

Is Fruit Slices APPLE ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit Slices APPLE by Go Ahead is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives such as maltitol syrup (a sugar alcohol sweetener), humectant (glycerine), gelling agent (pectins), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, and natural flavouring/flavourings. These extracted and industrially processed additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Fruit Slices APPLE are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Fruit Slices APPLE as ultra-processed markers: glycerin (glycerol), natural flavouring, maltodextrin, glucose syrup, natural flavourings (contains milk). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Fruit Slices APPLE?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Apple & Cinnamon Peanut Butter Stuffed Oat Bar by Pip & Nut. 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.

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.