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Quinoa chips

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Yes — Quinoa chips is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives/industrial formulations: yeast extract powder (a flavor enhancer) and natural flavouring. These are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

quinoa flour 29%
OK

corn flour

A fine, white powder made from ground corn, used as a thickener in sauces, soups, and baking in some regions (note: in some countries corn flour refers to cornstarch).
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
OK

lentil flour

A fine, pale powder made by grinding dried lentils. It is a basic, minimally processed legume flour used in baking and cooking for adding protein, fiber, and a mild, earthy flavor.
OK

pea flour

Fine powder made from ground dried peas; used as a gluten-free flour substitute or thickener.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

sour cream chive seasoning 3% (rice flour, onion powder, salt, sugar, yeast extract powder, natural flavouring)
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

herb (chive)
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.

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Common questions about Quinoa chips

Is Quinoa chips ultra-processed?

Yes — Quinoa chips by Eat Real is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives/industrial formulations: yeast extract powder (a flavor enhancer) and natural flavouring. These are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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.