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Doritos Tangy Cheese by Doritos,Walkers
Doritos,Walkers

Doritos Tangy Cheese

Barcode 5000328741314
Scanned  51  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Doritos Tangy Cheese is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), unspecified flavourings in the tangy cheese flavour, and added colours. These extracted/industrial additives classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    corn / maize
    A basic grain used as a staple food. The term corn (maize) refers to the edible grain of Zea mays.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (corn, sunflower, rapeseed, in varying proportions)
  • OK
    tangy cheese flavour (flavourings (from _milk_))
  • OK
    whey powder (from _milk_)
  • OK
    _wheat_ flour (contains calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    cheese powder (from _milk_)
  • OK
    _buttermilk_ powder
  • OK
    potassium chloride
    Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
  • UPF
    monosodium glutamate
    A flavor-enhancing additive used to intensify taste.
  • UPF
    milk protein
    Milk protein (casein or whey protein) isolated from milk; used as a protein ingredient in foods.
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • OK
    acids (lactic acid)
  • OK
    citric acid
    A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
  • OK
    colours (paprika extract, annatto, plain caramel)
  • OK
    spice
    Diverse plant-derived flavoring agents used to season foods; typically used in small amounts.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    skimmed milk powder
    Dehydrated milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient in foods and beverages.

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Common questions about Doritos Tangy Cheese

Is Doritos Tangy Cheese ultra-processed?

Yes — Doritos Tangy Cheese by Doritos,Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), unspecified flavourings in the tangy cheese flavour, and added colours. These extracted/industrial additives classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Doritos Tangy Cheese are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Doritos Tangy Cheese as ultra-processed markers: monosodium glutamate, milk protein, dextrose. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Doritos Tangy Cheese?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Tortilla Chips by Stockwell & Co., Lightly salted tortilla chips by Aldi, Sainsbury tortillas by Sainsbury's. 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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