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Actimel Blueberry by Danone
Danone

Actimel Blueberry

Barcode 5060058334057
Scanned  15  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Actimel Blueberry is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains dextrose and modified tapioca starch, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. It also contains industrial additives such as flavouring and liquid sugar, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    yogurt (milk)
    Dairy yogurt, a fermented milk product.
  • OK
    skimmed _milk_
  • OK
    sugar/liquid sugar
  • OK
    blueberry purée 1.2%
  • OK
    blackberry purée 1.1%
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • UPF
    modified tapioca starch
    A starch derivative used as a thickener and texturizer; a processed ingredient.
  • OK
    _milk_ mineral concentrate
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • OK
    lactobacillus casei (l. casei danone)
  • OK
    vitamins (b6)
  • OK
    d (vitamin d)
    Vitamin D used as a fortifying nutrient in foods or supplements.

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Common questions about Actimel Blueberry

Is Actimel Blueberry ultra-processed?

Yes — Actimel Blueberry by Danone is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains dextrose and modified tapioca starch, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. It also contains industrial additives such as flavouring and liquid sugar, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Actimel Blueberry are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Actimel Blueberry as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, modified tapioca starch, 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?

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