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Fruit Slices - Forest Fruits

Barcode 5000168037011

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Yes — Fruit Slices - Forest Fruits is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients such as maltitol syrup (a polyol sweetener), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, gelling agent (pectins), and natural flavouring/natural flavourings. According to NOVA, the presence of these cosmetic additives and industrially processed sweeteners makes the overall product ultra-processed, even though it also contains basic ingredients like wheat flour and dried fruit.

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

forest fruit 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

acidity regulators (citric acid, sodium citrates)

A combined food additive providing acidity regulation; includes citric acid and sodium citrates used to adjust acidity in foods.
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

blackberry puree concentrate (0.04%)
OK

redcurrant puree concentrate (0.04%)
OK

firming agent (calcium lactate)
OK

raspberry puree concentrate (0.01%)
OK

strawberry puree concentrate (0.01%)
UPF

natural flavouring

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

natural flavourings (contains milk)

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

salt. *contains 27% dried fruit (sultanas / currants) and the equivalent of 1.3% fruit (blackberry, redcurrant, raspberry)
OK

strawberry

A fresh red fruit widely eaten fresh or in desserts; rich in water, fiber, and natural sugars.

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Common questions about Fruit Slices - Forest Fruits

Is Fruit Slices - Forest Fruits ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit Slices - Forest Fruits by Go Ahead is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients such as maltitol syrup (a polyol sweetener), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, gelling agent (pectins), and natural flavouring/natural flavourings. According to NOVA, the presence of these cosmetic additives and industrially processed sweeteners makes the overall product ultra-processed, even though it also contains basic ingredients like wheat flour and dried fruit.

Which ingredients in Fruit Slices - Forest Fruits are ultra-processed?

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

What are healthier alternatives to Fruit Slices - Forest Fruits?

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.

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.

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