ASDA Free From

Honey Hoops

Barcode 5057172090099

Yes — Honey Hoops is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed ingredients/additives including glucose syrup and flavouring, which are UPF by definition in the NOVA framework used here. Other ingredients such as sugar, cornflour, honey, salt, and added vitamins/minerals are not UPF on their own, but the presence of glucose syrup and flavouring is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

cornflour

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

sugar

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

honey

A traditional, natural sweetener produced by honeybees from floral nectar; usually used directly in foods.
UPF

glucose syrup

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

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

An essential water-soluble B vitamin involved in energy metabolism; often used as a nutrient supplement or fortificant in foods.
UPF

flavouring

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

pantothenic acid (b5)

Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), an essential nutrient used for fortification and nutritional supplementation.
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
OK

riboflavin (b2)

Vitamin B2 used as a fortifying nutrient in foods; a natural component of some ingredients and commonly added in fortification.
OK

thiamin (vitamin b1)

A water-soluble B vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism, energy production and nervous system function; commonly used as a dietary supplement or nutrient in foods.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

folic acid

A B vitamin (B9) used for fortification of foods and dietary supplements.
OK

vitamin b12

A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Honey Hoops

Is Honey Hoops ultra-processed?

Yes — Honey Hoops by ASDA Free From is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed ingredients/additives including glucose syrup and flavouring, which are UPF by definition in the NOVA framework used here. Other ingredients such as sugar, cornflour, honey, salt, and added vitamins/minerals are not UPF on their own, but the presence of glucose syrup and flavouring is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Honey Hoops are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Honey Hoops as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, flavouring. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.