Morrisons

Simply Granola

Barcode 5010251638056

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Simply Granola is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives: palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), flavouring (an industrial flavour additive), and sugar syrup powder (an industrially processed sweetener). The presence of any such ingredient is sufficient to classify the product as UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

_oat_ flakes (76%)
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

sunflower seed

Edible seeds from sunflowers, rich in healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to dishes.
OK

honey

A traditional, natural sweetener produced by honeybees from floral nectar; usually used directly in foods.
OK

almonds

Sweet, edible seeds of Prunus dulcis, used as a snack, in baking, and for almond milk. Rich in healthy fats and vitamin E.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

sugar syrup powder

Powdered form of sugar syrup, a processed sweetener likely containing sugar and additives.

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Common questions about Simply Granola

Is Simply Granola ultra-processed?

Yes — Simply Granola by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives: palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), flavouring (an industrial flavour additive), and sugar syrup powder (an industrially processed sweetener). The presence of any such ingredient is sufficient to classify the product as UPF under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Simply Granola are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Simply Granola as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, flavouring, sugar syrup powder. 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.