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Graze Banana Oat Boosts

Barcode 5055958701092

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Yes — Graze Banana Oat Boosts is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF indicators: palm oil in margarine (a refined industrial oil), golden syrup and liquid sugar (industrially processed sugars), natural flavouring (an industrial flavor additive), and emulsifier sunflower lecithin and stabiliser xanthan gum (food additives used to modify texture and stability). The presence of any of these ingredients is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

oats (45%)
OK

margarine (palm oil**, rapeseed oil, water, salt)
OK

chicory root fibre

Dietary fibre derived from chicory roots (inulin or inulin-like fibre).
UPF

golden syrup

A traditional light amber syrup made from hydrolyzed starch, used as a sweetener.
UPF

liquid sugar

A liquid form of refined sugar, used as a sweetener and base for syrups; typically an industrially processed sugar solution.
OK

diced banana (2.0%) (dried banana, rice flour)
OK

pumpkin seeds (1.5%)
OK

sunflower seeds (1.5%)
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

sunflower lecithin

Emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds used to stabilize emulsions in foods.
UPF

xanthan gum (stabiliser)

A polysaccharide thickener produced by fermentation, used as a stabiliser and thickening agent in foods.
OK

cane molasses. for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

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Common questions about Graze Banana Oat Boosts

Is Graze Banana Oat Boosts ultra-processed?

Yes — Graze Banana Oat Boosts by Graze is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF indicators: palm oil in margarine (a refined industrial oil), golden syrup and liquid sugar (industrially processed sugars), natural flavouring (an industrial flavor additive), and emulsifier sunflower lecithin and stabiliser xanthan gum (food additives used to modify texture and stability). The presence of any of these ingredients is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Graze Banana Oat Boosts are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Graze Banana Oat Boosts as ultra-processed markers: golden syrup, liquid sugar, natural flavouring, sunflower lecithin, xanthan gum (stabiliser). 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.