Dorset Cereals

Dorset Cereals tasty toasted spelt flaked muesli

Barcode 5018357012435

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Yes — Dorset Cereals tasty toasted spelt flaked muesli is ultra-processed.

The product contains sunflower lecithin (an emulsifier), which is an industrial additive used to modify texture and mixing properties. According to NOVA, the presence of such emulsifiers classifies the product as ultra-processed, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed whole foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

dried fruit (32%)[sultanas
OK

dates (chopped)

Dried fruit from date palm, typically eaten as a snack or used in baking. When chopped, it blends into fillings or sweet dishes.
OK

golden raisins (2%) (golden raisins, preservative sulphur dioxide)
OK

raisins]
OK

toasted barley flakes (barley, salt)
OK

spelt (wheat) flakes (19%) (spelt (wheat), salt, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin))
OK

oat flakes

Rolled or flaked wholegrain oats, commonly used as a breakfast cereal or ingredient in baked goods.
OK

nuts (7%) [roasted whole hazelnuts (4%)
OK

sliced almonds]
OK

pumpkin seeds

Edible seeds from pumpkins, commonly roasted and eaten as a snack or used in baking.

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Common questions about Dorset Cereals tasty toasted spelt flaked muesli

Is Dorset Cereals tasty toasted spelt flaked muesli ultra-processed?

Yes — Dorset Cereals tasty toasted spelt flaked muesli by Dorset Cereals is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains sunflower lecithin (an emulsifier), which is an industrial additive used to modify texture and mixing properties. According to NOVA, the presence of such emulsifiers classifies the product as ultra-processed, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed whole foods.

What are healthier alternatives to Dorset Cereals tasty toasted spelt flaked muesli?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including simply nutty muesli by dorset cereals, MUESLI by Sainsburys, STAMFORD STREET CO.. 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.