Skinny Whip

Mint

Barcode 5056315501027

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Yes — Mint is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including glucose syrup (an industrially refined sugar), polydextrose (a synthetic bulking agent), emulsifier (lecithin), stabiliser (cellulose when added as an isolated additive), and natural flavourings. It also contains palm oil and other refined vegetable fats. Because at least one and in fact several ingredients are ultra-processed additives or industrial formulations, the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

UPF

glucose syrup

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

dark chocolate flavoured coating (27%) [sugar
OK

vegetable fat (palm kernel, palm, shea) in varying proportions
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder from which most of the fat (cocoa butter) has been removed; used to add cocoa flavor with lower fat content.
OK

lecithin

A natural emulsifier commonly derived from soy, sunflower, or other seeds. Used to help blend fats with water in foods like chocolates, margarine, and bakery products.
OK

natural vanilla flavouring]
UPF

bulking agent (polydextrose)

Polydextrose used as a bulking agent or fiber supplement in foods; a processed carbohydrate.
OK

water

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

mint sugar nibs (6%) [sugar
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

colouring food concentrates (spirulina, safflower and lemon, apple)
OK

natural peppermint flavouring]
OK

egg albumen
OK

natural mint flavouring
OK

stabiliser (cellulose)

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Common questions about Mint

Is Mint ultra-processed?

Yes — Mint by Skinny Whip is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including glucose syrup (an industrially refined sugar), polydextrose (a synthetic bulking agent), emulsifier (lecithin), stabiliser (cellulose when added as an isolated additive), and natural flavourings. It also contains palm oil and other refined vegetable fats. Because at least one and in fact several ingredients are ultra-processed additives or industrial formulations, the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Mint are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Mint as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, bulking agent (polydextrose), palm oil. 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.