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Wortsits Giants Really cheesy by Walkers
Walkers

Wortsits Giants Really cheesy

Barcode 5000328202389
Scanned  38  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Wortsits Giants Really cheesy is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed flavour components such as flavour enhancer (disodium 5'-ribonucleotide), colours (paprika extract, annatto), and natural flavourings, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    maize (corn)
    A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    cheese flavour (dried cheese from milk)
    A flavoring ingredient derived from dried cheese sources, used to impart cheesy taste. Likely a processed flavor enhancer.
  • OK
    lactose (milk sugar)
    Natural sugar from milk. Commonly used as a sweetener or carrier in dairy products.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    disodium 5'-ribonucleotide (disodium inosinate)
    A food additive used to enhance savory flavors, often as part of a mix (e.g., in conjunction with monosodium glutamate).
  • UPF
    colours (paprika extract, annatto)
    Food color additives derived from natural sources; paprika extract and annatto are used to impart red/orange hues in foods.
  • UPF
    natural flavourings
    Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
  • OK
    potassium chloride
    Inorganic mineral salt used as a salt substitute and electrolyte source in foods.
  • OK
    gluten
    A protein composite found in wheat and other cereals; used as a binding agent in doughs and baked goods.
  • OK
    soy
    Legume seed used for its beans; common in soy products and as a source of protein and oil.
  • OK
    celery
    A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
  • OK
    mustard
    Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.
  • OK
    barley
    A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.

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Common questions about Wortsits Giants Really cheesy

Is Wortsits Giants Really cheesy ultra-processed?

Yes — Wortsits Giants Really cheesy by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed flavour components such as flavour enhancer (disodium 5'-ribonucleotide), colours (paprika extract, annatto), and natural flavourings, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Wortsits Giants Really cheesy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Wortsits Giants Really cheesy as ultra-processed markers: disodium 5'-ribonucleotide (disodium inosinate), colours (paprika extract, annatto), natural flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Wortsits Giants Really cheesy?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Cheddar cheesies by Cheesies, Red Leicester Cheesies by Cheesies, Snacking Cheese by Serious Pig. 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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