Jacob’s

Treeselets

Barcode 5000168180083

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Yes — Treeselets is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA, including: dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), palm oil (highly processed refined oil), flavour enhancer monosodium glutamate, generic flavouring, and yeast extract. The presence of any of these ingredients is enough to classify the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A common cereal flour ground from wheat; enriched with added nutrients (calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin).
UPF

vegetable oils

Basic culinary oils derived from plants; refined palm and sunflower oils are common in cooking and processing.
OK

cheese flavour (milk) [wheat flour
OK

salt

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

dried powdered cheese (milk)
UPF

monosodium glutamate

A flavor-enhancing additive used to intensify taste.
UPF

dried yeast extract

A concentrated savory extract derived from yeast, used as a flavor enhancer with a strong umami profile (similar to Marmite or Vegemite). It is produced by concentrating yeast autolyzates and is considered an ultra-processed extract.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

flavouring (milk)
OK

acids (lactic acid, citric acid, malic gluten, see ingredients in bold.)

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Common questions about Treeselets

Is Treeselets ultra-processed?

Yes — Treeselets by Jacob’s is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA, including: dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), palm oil (highly processed refined oil), flavour enhancer monosodium glutamate, generic flavouring, and yeast extract. The presence of any of these ingredients is enough to classify the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Treeselets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Treeselets as ultra-processed markers: vegetable oils, monosodium glutamate, dried yeast extract, dextrose. 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.