United biscuits

Go Ahead fruit slices raspberries

Barcode 5000168037035

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Yes — Go Ahead fruit slices raspberries is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives characteristic of UPFs, including maltitol syrup (a polyol sweetener), humectant (glycerine), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, and multiple forms of natural flavouring. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and are used to modify sweetness, texture, shelf life, and flavour, which fits the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 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

raspberry 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 per 100g per slice (14.5g) bran
OK

raspberry puree concentrate (0.2%)
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 (citric acid, sodium citrates, malic acid)
OK

raspberry juice concentrate (0.1%)
OK

firming agent (calcium lactate)
UPF

natural flavouring

A flavoring substance used to impart taste or aroma; likely an additive derived from natural sources. The extra closing bracket in the original name is ignored for description.
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.
OK

natural raspberry flavouring with other natural flavourings
OK

salt

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

natural flavouring (contains milk). for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain nuts
OK

sesame seeds. 1563 (kcal) 371 54 fat 7.1g 1.0g

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Common questions about Go Ahead fruit slices raspberries

Is Go Ahead fruit slices raspberries ultra-processed?

Yes — Go Ahead fruit slices raspberries by United biscuits is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives characteristic of UPFs, including maltitol syrup (a polyol sweetener), humectant (glycerine), maltodextrin, glucose syrup, and multiple forms of natural flavouring. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and are used to modify sweetness, texture, shelf life, and flavour, which fits the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Go Ahead fruit slices raspberries are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Go Ahead fruit slices raspberries as ultra-processed markers: glycerin (glycerol), natural flavouring, maltodextrin, glucose syrup. 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.