Granola

Barcode 5060043225384

Yes — Granola is ultra-processed.

A wholesome-looking granola, but natural flavour makes it ultra-processed.

This appears to be granola made primarily from wholegrain oats, nuts, seeds, maple syrup, agave syrup, coconut, and simple flours. However, it is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavour, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an industrial flavouring additive. The remaining ingredients, including rapeseed oil, maple syrup, agave syrup, grains, nuts, seeds, coconut, and sea salt, do not independently make it UPF under the stated criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wholegrain oat flakes (72%)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

nuts (5%) (pecan nuts
OK

almonds

Edible seeds of the Prunus dulcis tree; mildly sweet, versatile in sweet and savory dishes, rich in healthy fats, protein, and micronutrients.
OK

seeds (3%) (sunflower, pumpkin)
OK

maple syrup (2%)
OK

toasted coconut chips

Thin flakes of coconut meat that have been toasted for added flavor and crunch.
OK

crispy rice flour
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

barley flour

Fine flour ground from barley; used in baking and as a cereal ingredient.
UPF

natural flavour

A flavouring substance derived from natural sources used to impart aroma and taste in foods.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

agave syrup

A traditional natural sweetener extracted from the sap of the agave plant, used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.

Common questions about Granola

Is Granola ultra-processed?

Yes — Granola is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This appears to be granola made primarily from wholegrain oats, nuts, seeds, maple syrup, agave syrup, coconut, and simple flours. However, it is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavour, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an industrial flavouring additive. The remaining ingredients, including rapeseed oil, maple syrup, agave syrup, grains, nuts, seeds, coconut, and sea salt, do not independently make it UPF under the stated criteria.

Which ingredients in Granola are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Granola as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavour. 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.