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Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries by Linwoods
Linwoods

Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries

Barcode 5016887004999
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries is ultra-processed.

The mix contains waxy maize starch, which is an industrially processed starch additive. Presence of this ultra-processed ingredient makes the overall product UPF under NOVA, even though the seeds and berries themselves are minimally processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    organic flaxseed
    Whole or milled seeds from the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum), high in omega-3 fatty acids and dietary fiber.
  • OK
    organic sunflower seeds
    Seeds from the sunflower plant (Helianthus annuus), rich in healthy fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
  • OK
    organic pumpkin seeds
    Seeds from the pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo), good source of fats, protein, minerals and antioxidants.
  • OK
    chia seeds
    Small edible seeds from Salvia hispanica, high in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber; commonly used as a healthful food ingredient.
  • OK
    goji berries
    Dried berries from Lycium barbarum, used as a snack or ingredient for sweetness and color; traditional, minimally processed fruit.
  • UPF
    waxy maize starch
    Starch extracted from maize (corn) with a waxy starch variety, used as a thickener or stabilizer in foods; a basic culinary ingredient.
  • OK
    nuts and soya
    A mixed ingredient consisting of nuts and soy, often used as a protein-rich component in vegetarian dishes.

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Common questions about Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries

Is Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries ultra-processed?

Yes — Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries by Linwoods is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The mix contains waxy maize starch, which is an industrially processed starch additive. Presence of this ultra-processed ingredient makes the overall product UPF under NOVA, even though the seeds and berries themselves are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries as an ultra-processed marker: waxy maize starch. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Flaxseed, Sunflower, Pumpkin & Chia Seeds & Goji Berries?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Milled mixed seeds and nuts by Yum & Yay, Superfood Breakfast Boost Seed Crunch by Naturya, Superfood breakfast boost by Naturya. 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.

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