Robinsons

Real fruit & barley

Barcode 5010102109643

Scanned 23 times by Nomi users

Yes — Real fruit & barley is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), natural flavourings (an industrial flavoring), and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), all of which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

fruit juices from concentrate (apple 6%)
OK

pear 4%
OK

acids (citric acid, malic acid)

A mixture of edible organic acids used to provide sourness and to adjust acidity (citric acid and malic acid).
OK

refined barley flour 1%
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
UPF

acesulfame potassium (acesulfame-k)

A synthetic, calorie-free sweetener used to replace sugar in foods and beverages; often listed as acesulfame potassium or acesulfame-K.
UPF

sucralose

A synthetic, non-nutritive sweetener derived from sucrose by chlorination; widely used as a low-calorie sweetener in foods and beverages.
UPF

preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite)

Common preservatives used to inhibit microbial growth and oxidation in foods and beverages.
OK

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.

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Common questions about Real fruit & barley

Is Real fruit & barley ultra-processed?

Yes — Real fruit & barley by Robinsons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), natural flavourings (an industrial flavoring), and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), all of which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Real fruit & barley are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Real fruit & barley as ultra-processed markers: sodium citrate, natural flavourings, acesulfame potassium (acesulfame-k), sucralose, preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). 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.