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Grapefruit Soda

Barcode 5010102245365
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Grapefruit Soda is ultra-processed.

This carbonated drink includes industrial ingredients such as pure fructose (an isolated refined sugar), artificial grapefruit flavoring, and citric acid. These additives and refined sweeteners are characteristic of ultra-processed beverages in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    sparkling water
    Carbonated water; a basic beverage ingredient used as a refreshing drink base.
  • OK
    pure fructose
  • UPF
    citric acid
    A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
  • OK
    artificial grapefruit flavoring
  • OK
    regular sour
  • OK
    vegetable extracts (carrot, beet)

Common questions about Grapefruit Soda

Is Grapefruit Soda ultra-processed?

Yes — Grapefruit Soda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This carbonated drink includes industrial ingredients such as pure fructose (an isolated refined sugar), artificial grapefruit flavoring, and citric acid. These additives and refined sweeteners are characteristic of ultra-processed beverages in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Grapefruit Soda are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Grapefruit Soda as an ultra-processed marker: citric acid. 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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