Benecol

Blueberry yogurt drink

Barcode 5055940100391

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — Blueberry yogurt drink is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including: plant stanol ester (an industrially produced cholesterol-lowering ingredient), stabiliser (pectin), flavouring (industrial flavouring agents), and sweetener (sucralose, an artificial sweetener). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit NOVA’s criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

yogurt (85%) (skimmed milk, yogurt cultures)
OK

water

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

plant stanol ester (plant stanols 3%)
OK

blueberry puree (1.8%)
OK

sugar

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

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

pectin

Pectin is a natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls, commonly used as a gelling agent, stabiliser, and thickener in foods such as jams, jellies, and confectionery.
UPF

flavouring

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

sucralose

A synthetic artificial sweetener used to sweeten foods and beverages; extremely sweet, often used in low-calorie products.
OK

vitamin b1*. *vitamin b1 contributes to the normal function of the heart

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Common questions about Blueberry yogurt drink

Is Blueberry yogurt drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Blueberry yogurt drink by Benecol is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including: plant stanol ester (an industrially produced cholesterol-lowering ingredient), stabiliser (pectin), flavouring (industrial flavouring agents), and sweetener (sucralose, an artificial sweetener). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit NOVA’s criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Blueberry yogurt drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Blueberry yogurt drink as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, sucralose. 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.