Yeo Valley

Yeo Valley Organic Kefir Strawberry Fermented Yoghurt

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Yes — Yeo Valley Organic Kefir Strawberry Fermented Yoghurt is ultra-processed.

Contains the pre-identified UPF ingredient 'natural flavouring', which is an industrially produced additive used to modify flavour. Therefore, under the rules, the whole product must be classified as ultra-processed (UPF). Other ingredients like organic maize starch and organic concentrated lemon juice do not change this classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

organic milk fermented with live kefir cultures
OK

organic strawberries

Whole berries from the strawberry plant, typically used fresh or in products for flavor and color.
OK

organic sugar

Granulated sugar derived from organic sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic sweetener used in foods.
OK

organic maize starch

A basic carbohydrate thickener derived from corn (maize); commonly used as a thickener or filler in foods.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

organic concentrated lemon juice. allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. suitable for vegetarians. gluten free

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Common questions about Yeo Valley Organic Kefir Strawberry Fermented Yoghurt

Is Yeo Valley Organic Kefir Strawberry Fermented Yoghurt ultra-processed?

Yes — Yeo Valley Organic Kefir Strawberry Fermented Yoghurt by Yeo Valley is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains the pre-identified UPF ingredient 'natural flavouring', which is an industrially produced additive used to modify flavour. Therefore, under the rules, the whole product must be classified as ultra-processed (UPF). Other ingredients like organic maize starch and organic concentrated lemon juice do not change this classification.

Which ingredients in Yeo Valley Organic Kefir Strawberry Fermented Yoghurt are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Yeo Valley Organic Kefir Strawberry Fermented Yoghurt as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Yeo Valley Organic Kefir Strawberry Fermented Yoghurt?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including kefir drink original by Biotiful gut health, Kefir Natural Fermented Yogurt by Yeo Valley Organic. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.