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Fruit & Nut Granola by Tesco
Tesco

Fruit & Nut Granola

Barcode 5051399535838
Scanned  88  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Fruit & Nut Granola is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrially processed ingredients/additives, specifically sugar syrup powder (an extracted/processed sugar syrup) and added flavouring (an industrial flavour additive). According to NOVA, the presence of such ingredients makes the overall product UPF, even though it also contains minimally processed components like oats, nuts, seeds, and honey.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    oat flakes
    Flaked oats, a common breakfast cereal ingredient and baking base.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    raisins
    Dried grapes, sometimes with added sugar; used as a sweet snack or in baking.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    flaked almonds
    Almond kernels that have been sliced into thin flakes, typically toasted or roasted for flavor.
  • OK
    sunflower seed
    Edible seeds from sunflowers, rich in healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to dishes.
  • OK
    desiccated coconut
    Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
  • OK
    honey
    A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
  • UPF
    sugar syrup powder
    Powdered form of sugar syrup, a processed sweetener likely containing sugar and additives.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

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Common questions about Fruit & Nut Granola

Is Fruit & Nut Granola ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit & Nut Granola by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrially processed ingredients/additives, specifically sugar syrup powder (an extracted/processed sugar syrup) and added flavouring (an industrial flavour additive). According to NOVA, the presence of such ingredients makes the overall product UPF, even though it also contains minimally processed components like oats, nuts, seeds, and honey.

Which ingredients in Fruit & Nut Granola are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Fruit & Nut Granola as ultra-processed markers: sugar syrup powder, flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Fruit & Nut Granola?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Low Sugar Granola Original by Crownfield, Super Berry Granola by Deluxe, Berry Granola by Waitrose & Partners. 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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