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Party Battered Onion Rings by Asda
Asda

Party Battered Onion Rings

Barcode 5054070479797
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Party Battered Onion Rings is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains dextrin and dextrose, which are industrially processed sugars and pre-identified UPF ingredients. It also contains sodium alginate and guar gum, which are extracted or isolated gelling and thickening additives used in an industrial formulation. Carrageenan is not considered UPF under the specified guidance, and the raising agents and sunflower oil are basic permitted ingredients. The decisive UPF ingredients are dextrin, dextrose, sodium alginate, and guar gum.

Common questions about Party Battered Onion Rings

Is Party Battered Onion Rings ultra-processed?

Yes — Party Battered Onion Rings by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains dextrin and dextrose, which are industrially processed sugars and pre-identified UPF ingredients. It also contains sodium alginate and guar gum, which are extracted or isolated gelling and thickening additives used in an industrial formulation. Carrageenan is not considered UPF under the specified guidance, and the raising agents and sunflower oil are basic permitted ingredients. The decisive UPF ingredients are dextrin, dextrose, sodium alginate, and guar gum.

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.

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