Asda, Quaker Oats

Original porridge pot

Barcode 5054781507833

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

No — Original porridge pot is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are basic, minimally processed foods (oats, skimmed milk powder, sugar) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, flavourings, or emulsifiers, so this is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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rolled oats

Whole or cracked oat grains that have been steamed and rolled into flat flakes; a basic cereal ingredient common in cereals, baking, and porridge.
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Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
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sugar

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

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Common questions about Original porridge pot

Is Original porridge pot ultra-processed?

No — Original porridge pot by Asda, Quaker Oats is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are basic, minimally processed foods (oats, skimmed milk powder, sugar) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, flavourings, or emulsifiers, so this is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.