Strings & Things

Cheestrings

Barcode 5000187130946

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No — Cheestrings is not ultra-processed.

This product contains cheese plus simple additives like citric acid and lactic acid (acidity regulators), paprika, and vitamin D. These are either basic food ingredients or common regulatory/fortification agents, not industrial formulations such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined syrups. Therefore it does not meet the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cheese

Dairy product made from milk curdled and aged or processed for flavor and texture.
OK

acidity regulators (citric acid, lactic acid)

A category of additives used to regulate acidity. Citric acid and lactic acid are common food-grade acids derived or produced industrially as additives.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.

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Common questions about Cheestrings

Is Cheestrings ultra-processed?

No — Cheestrings by Strings & Things is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product contains cheese plus simple additives like citric acid and lactic acid (acidity regulators), paprika, and vitamin D. These are either basic food ingredients or common regulatory/fortification agents, not industrial formulations such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined syrups. Therefore it does not meet the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.