Dorset cereals

Berry granola

Barcode 5018357804788

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Berry granola is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include golden syrup (partially inverted sugar syrup), which is an industrially processed sugar syrup, and natural flavouring, which is an extracted additive. Both are considered markers of ultra-processing under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wholegrain oat flakes (67%)

Rolled oats with a high-fiber, wholegrain composition often used as a cereal base or ingredient in muesli and oat-based foods.
OK

golden syrup (partially inverted sugar syrup)
OK

vegetable oil

A generic cooking oil blend (rapeseed and sunflower). Basic culinary oil suitable for frying and baking.
OK

pumpkin seeds (3.5%)
OK

freeze dried raspberry pieces (1.5%)
OK

raspberry purée (1.5%)
OK

freeze dried blackcurrants (1%)
OK

blackberry purée (0.5%)
OK

natural flavouring. may also contain nuts
OK

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Common questions about Berry granola

Is Berry granola ultra-processed?

Yes — Berry granola by Dorset cereals is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include golden syrup (partially inverted sugar syrup), which is an industrially processed sugar syrup, and natural flavouring, which is an extracted additive. Both are considered markers of ultra-processing under NOVA.

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.