Lucozade

Lucozade sport orange

Barcode 5054267014268

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Yes — Lucozade sport orange is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial sweeteners and additives including glucose syrup (refined sugar syrup), aspartame and acesulfame K (artificial sweeteners), acacia gum (stabilizer/thickener), potassium sorbate (preservative), and unspecified flavouring (industrial flavouring).

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
UPF

sodium citrate

A salt of citric acid used as acidity regulator, buffering agent, or emulsifier in processed foods and beverages.
UPF

potassium sorbate

A widely used food preservative that inhibits mold and yeast growth in a variety of foods and beverages.
OK

acacia gum (gum arabic)

A natural hydrocolloid from acacia trees used as a thickener and stabilizer.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A water-soluble vitamin (vitamin C) used as an antioxidant and preservative in foods.
UPF

aspartame

A low-calorie artificial sweetener (dipeptide) added to foods and drinks to provide sweetness.
UPF

acesulfame potassium

A zero-calorie artificial sweetener used to sweeten foods and beverages. Often found in diet sodas and sugar-free products.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

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

beta-carotene

A yellow-orange pigment and precursor to vitamin A used as a food colorant and nutrient. Commonly derived from plants and used to color foods.

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Common questions about Lucozade sport orange

Is Lucozade sport orange ultra-processed?

Yes — Lucozade sport orange by Lucozade is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial sweeteners and additives including glucose syrup (refined sugar syrup), aspartame and acesulfame K (artificial sweeteners), acacia gum (stabilizer/thickener), potassium sorbate (preservative), and unspecified flavouring (industrial flavouring).

Which ingredients in Lucozade sport orange are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Lucozade sport orange as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, sodium citrate, potassium sorbate, aspartame, acesulfame potassium, flavouring, beta-carotene. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.