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Smooth Peanut butter

Barcode 5013665109389

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Yes — Smooth Peanut butter is ultra-processed.

This peanut butter is considered ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil classified as an ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

roasted peanuts
OK

palm oil

Palm oil derived from the fruit of oil palms, a common edible oil used in cooking and processed foods.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.

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Common questions about Smooth Peanut butter

Is Smooth Peanut butter ultra-processed?

Yes — Smooth Peanut butter by Whole Earth is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This peanut butter is considered ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil classified as an ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA system.

What are healthier alternatives to Smooth Peanut butter?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Smooth Peanut Butter by meridian, Smooth Peanut Butter by Pip & Nut. 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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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.