Tesco

Orange,lemon & pineaple

Barcode 5059697772177

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Orange,lemon & pineaple is ultra-processed.

The drink contains several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients, including flavourings, sodium citrate, acesulfame K, sucralose, potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite, and carboxymethylcellulose. These are characteristic of ultra-processed beverages in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

orange from concentrate (comminuted)

Pulp or small pieces of orange derived from juice concentrate, used as a fruit ingredient or flavor component.
OK

pineapple juice from concentrate

Juice extracted from pineapple fruit and reconstituted from concentrate; commonly used as a beverage ingredient or flavor.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

lemon from concentrate (comminuted)

Pulp or small pieces of lemon derived from lemon juice concentrate, used for flavoring or as a fruit ingredient.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

sodium citrate

A salt of citric acid used as acidity regulator, buffering agent, or emulsifier in processed foods and beverages.
OK

malic acid

An organic acid used as a acidity regulator and flavouring component in foods; often derived from natural sources.
UPF

acesulfame potassium

A zero-calorie artificial sweetener used to sweeten foods and beverages. Often found in diet sodas and sugar-free products.
UPF

sucralose

A synthetic, non-nutritive sweetener derived from sucrose by chlorination; widely used as a low-calorie sweetener in foods and beverages.
UPF

potassium sorbate

A widely used food preservative that inhibits mold and yeast growth in a variety of foods and beverages.
UPF

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative and antioxidant used in foods and beverages to prevent oxidation and browning; commonly used to preserve dried fruits, wine, and processed foods.
UPF

carboxymethylcellulose

A cellulose derivative used as a thickener, emulsifier, and stabilizer in foods and pharmaceuticals.
OK

beta-carotene

A naturally occurring pigment (carotenoid) found in plants; used as a dietary supplement and food colorant.

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Common questions about Orange,lemon & pineaple

Is Orange,lemon & pineaple ultra-processed?

Yes — Orange,lemon & pineaple by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The drink contains several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients, including flavourings, sodium citrate, acesulfame K, sucralose, potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite, and carboxymethylcellulose. These are characteristic of ultra-processed beverages in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Orange,lemon & pineaple are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Orange,lemon & pineaple as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, sodium citrate, acesulfame potassium, sucralose, potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulfite, carboxymethylcellulose. 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.