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Mighty malties by Morrisons
Morrisons

Mighty malties

Barcode 5010251750611
Scanned  41  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Mighty malties is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include malted barley extract and partially inverted refiners syrup, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives used for flavor and sweetness. According to the provided criteria, both malted barley extract and inverted sugar syrups are considered UPF markers.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wholewheat (98%)
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • UPF
    malted barley extract
    A concentrated extract from malted barley, used as a brewing adjunct or flavoring. It may be used in foods and drinks for sweetness or malt flavor.
  • UPF
    partially inverted refiners syrup
    A refined syrup produced by partial inversion of sucrose, often used as a sweetener; it is an industrially processed syrup.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    niacin (vitamin b3)
    A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
  • OK
    iron
    Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    pantothenic acid (b5)
    Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), an essential nutrient used for fortification and nutritional supplementation.
  • OK
    thiamin (vitamin b1)
    A water-soluble B vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism, energy production and nervous system function; commonly used as a dietary supplement or nutrient in foods.
  • OK
    riboflavin (b2)
    Vitamin B2 used as a fortifying nutrient in foods; a natural component of some ingredients and commonly added in fortification.
  • OK
    vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)
    Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
  • OK
    folic acid
    A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
  • OK
    vitamin b12
    A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Mighty malties

Is Mighty malties ultra-processed?

Yes — Mighty malties by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include malted barley extract and partially inverted refiners syrup, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives used for flavor and sweetness. According to the provided criteria, both malted barley extract and inverted sugar syrups are considered UPF markers.

Which ingredients in Mighty malties are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mighty malties as ultra-processed markers: malted barley extract, partially inverted refiners syrup. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Mighty malties?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Bitesize shredded wheat by Nestlé, Bite size wheat shreds by Harvest Morn, Aldi, Nestle Shredded wheat 24pk by Nestlé. 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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