Fruit Creations Strawberry & Watermelon

Barcode 5010102241398

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Yes — Fruit Creations Strawberry & Watermelon is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF due to presence of artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), stabiliser (cellulose gum), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), and natural flavourings, which are industrial additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods according to NOVA.

Ingredients

3 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 18%)
OK

watermelon 1%
OK

strawberry 1%
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

natural strawberry flavouring with other natural flavourings
UPF

sodium citrate

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

preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite)

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

sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame k)

A blend of artificial sweeteners sucralose and acesulfame potassium used to sweeten foods and beverages.
OK

carrot and hibiscus concentrate
OK

stabiliser (cellulose gum). suitable for vegetarians and vegans

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Common questions about Fruit Creations Strawberry & Watermelon

Is Fruit Creations Strawberry & Watermelon ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit Creations Strawberry & Watermelon is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF due to presence of artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), stabiliser (cellulose gum), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), and natural flavourings, which are industrial additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Fruit Creations Strawberry & Watermelon are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Fruit Creations Strawberry & Watermelon as ultra-processed markers: sodium citrate, preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame k). 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.