Nestlé

Nestle Golden Nuggets 375g

Barcode 5000243729091

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Yes — Nestle Golden Nuggets 375g is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives: glucose syrup and partially inverted brown sugar syrup are refined, industrially processed sugars; palm oil is a highly processed refined oil; and natural flavouring is an industrial flavour additive. These ingredients meet the criteria for ultra-processing. Honey, sunflower oil, vitamins and minerals, salt, and carotene do not by themselves make the product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

cereal grains (whole grain wheat (25.8%), wheat flour)

A cereal-based ingredient containing whole grain wheat and wheat flour used for baking or as a cereal component.
OK

whole grain maize flour

Ground whole maize (corn) flour, including the bran and germ, used as a cereal or dough ingredient.
UPF

maize starch

Corn starch derived from maize by refining, a refined starch commonly used as a thickener or texturizer.
UPF

glucose syrup

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

honey

A natural, viscous sweetener produced by bees from nectar; a traditional, minimally processed natural sweetener.
UPF

partially inverted brown sugar syrup

A syrup produced by partial hydrolysis of sucrose into glucose and fructose, typically used as a sweetener; an industrially processed syrup.
OK

salt

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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
UPF

beta-carotene

A naturally occurring orange-yellow pigment that acts as a precursor to vitamin A and is used as a colorant in foods.
UPF

tocopherols (vitamin e)

A group of vitamin E compounds used as antioxidants to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life 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.

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Common questions about Nestle Golden Nuggets 375g

Is Nestle Golden Nuggets 375g ultra-processed?

Yes — Nestle Golden Nuggets 375g by Nestlé is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives: glucose syrup and partially inverted brown sugar syrup are refined, industrially processed sugars; palm oil is a highly processed refined oil; and natural flavouring is an industrial flavour additive. These ingredients meet the criteria for ultra-processing. Honey, sunflower oil, vitamins and minerals, salt, and carotene do not by themselves make the product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Nestle Golden Nuggets 375g are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Nestle Golden Nuggets 375g as ultra-processed markers: maize starch, glucose syrup, partially inverted brown sugar syrup, palm oil, beta-carotene, tocopherols (vitamin e), natural flavouring. 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.