Tesco

Special flakes with red berries

Barcode 5051140851460

Scanned 44 times by Nomi users

Yes — Special flakes with red berries is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and is considered UPF under the NOVA guidance provided.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rice and wheat flakes (95%)
OK

freeze dried fruit (5%). rice and wheat flakes contain: rice
OK

whole wheat

Unprocessed to minimally processed whole grain flour derived from wheat, used as a staple baking ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

salt

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

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

pantothenic acid

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B5) used as a nutrient fortifier or dietary supplement in fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

riboflavin

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
OK

vitamin b12. freeze dried fruit contains: raspberry
OK

cherry

A small round fruit with a sweet or tart flavor, typically red when ripe; consumed fresh, in jams, or baked goods.
OK

strawberry

A fresh red fruit widely eaten fresh or in desserts; rich in water, fiber, and natural sugars.

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Common questions about Special flakes with red berries

Is Special flakes with red berries ultra-processed?

Yes — Special flakes with red berries by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and is considered UPF under the NOVA guidance provided.

Which ingredients in Special flakes with red berries are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Special flakes with red berries as an ultra-processed marker: Barley Malt Extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Special flakes with red berries?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Corn Flakes by M&S. 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.