Tesco

Honey nut corn flakes

Barcode 5059697706981

Scanned 49 times by Nomi users

Yes — Honey nut corn flakes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract and caramelised sugar syrup, which are industrially processed ingredients/flavour enhancers beyond basic culinary use.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

maize (corn)

A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
OK

sugar

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

peanuts

Whole peanuts making up 8% of the ingredient list; a basic single-ingredient food with minimal processing.
OK

honey (0.6%)
OK

salt

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

caramelised sugar syrup

A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

iron

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

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

pantothenic acid

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B5) used as a nutrient fortifier or dietary supplement in fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

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

riboflavin

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

folic acid

A B-vitamin (B9) important for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation; commonly added to fortified foods and supplements.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.
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 nut corn flakes

Is Honey nut corn flakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Honey nut corn flakes by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains barley malt extract and caramelised sugar syrup, which are industrially processed ingredients/flavour enhancers beyond basic culinary use.

Which ingredients in Honey nut corn flakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Honey nut corn flakes as ultra-processed markers: caramelised sugar syrup, Barley Malt Extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Honey nut corn flakes?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Corn Flakes by M&S. 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.