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Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life by Asda
Asda

Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life

Barcode 5057172223428
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes industrial additives: gellan gum (a stabiliser) and unspecified flavouring, which are ultra-processed according to NOVA. Other ingredients like sunflower oil and added vitamins/minerals do not change the classification, which is triggered once such additives are present.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    oats (8%)
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    calcium phosphate
    Inorganic calcium salt used as a mineral supplement or processing aid in foods.
  • UPF
    gellan gum
    A hydrocolloid stabiliser used to thicken or set foods; a common food additive.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • UPF
    potassium iodide
    A chemical commonly used as a micronutrient fortificant (iodine) in salt and foods.
  • OK
    vitamin b12
    A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.
  • OK
    vitamin d2
    A nutrient used for fortification in foods and dietary supplements; not a food per se but a common fortifying additive.
  • OK
    vitamin b2. allergy advice! for allergens
  • OK
    including cereals containing gluten
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold. may also contain traces of nuts. no artificial colours or flavours

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Common questions about Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life

Is Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life ultra-processed?

Yes — Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes industrial additives: gellan gum (a stabiliser) and unspecified flavouring, which are ultra-processed according to NOVA. Other ingredients like sunflower oil and added vitamins/minerals do not change the classification, which is triggered once such additives are present.

Which ingredients in Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life as ultra-processed markers: gellan gum, flavouring, potassium iodide. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Oat milk rich & smooth - Long life?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Organic oat drink by Oatly, Organic Oat Drink imp by Rude health, Oat Milk by Actileaf. 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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