Asda Free From

Gluten Free Cornflakes

Barcode 5052449791174

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No — Gluten Free Cornflakes is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are maize, sugar, salt, and added vitamins/minerals. Sugar and salt are basic culinary ingredients, and vitamin/mineral fortification is not considered ultra-processing in the NOVA system under these instructions. There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, refined syrups, or flavorings, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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maize (corn)

A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
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sugar

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

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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niacin (vitamin b3)

An essential water-soluble B vitamin involved in energy metabolism; often used as a nutrient supplement or fortificant in foods.
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pantothenic acid (b5)

Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), an essential nutrient used for fortification and nutritional supplementation.
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thiamin (vitamin b1)

A water-soluble B vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism, energy production and nervous system function; commonly used as a dietary supplement or nutrient in foods.
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riboflavin (b2)

Vitamin B2 used as a fortifying nutrient in foods; a natural component of some ingredients and commonly added in fortification.
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vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

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

A B vitamin (B9) used for fortification of foods and dietary supplements.
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vitamin b12

A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.
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iron

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

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Common questions about Gluten Free Cornflakes

Is Gluten Free Cornflakes ultra-processed?

No — Gluten Free Cornflakes by Asda Free From is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are maize, sugar, salt, and added vitamins/minerals. Sugar and salt are basic culinary ingredients, and vitamin/mineral fortification is not considered ultra-processing in the NOVA system under these instructions. There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, refined syrups, or flavorings, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

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.