The Collective

mango yogurt

Barcode 5056138202583

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Yes — mango yogurt is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring and gelling agent (fruit pectin), which are industrially processed additives. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives makes the overall product ultra-processed, even though other ingredients like yoghurt, mango purée, sugar, honey, and basic starches are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

live yoghurt* (milk) (86%)
OK

mango puree (5%)
OK

sugar

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

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
UPF

natural flavouring

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

fruit pectin

Natural pectin extracted from fruits used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and confectionery.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.

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Common questions about mango yogurt

Is mango yogurt ultra-processed?

Yes — mango yogurt by The Collective is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring and gelling agent (fruit pectin), which are industrially processed additives. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives makes the overall product ultra-processed, even though other ingredients like yoghurt, mango purée, sugar, honey, and basic starches are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in mango yogurt are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in mango yogurt as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, fruit pectin. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to mango yogurt?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Mango Peach Yogurt by Marks & Spencer. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.