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Yes — Swedish meatballs is ultra-processed.
Not a great choice for everyday.
Swedish meatballs are classified as ultra-processed because they contain dextrose, an industrially processed sugar, as well as natural aroma and spice extract, which are extracted flavouring additives associated with ultra-processing. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary ingredients and contribute to the product's UPF classification.
Yes — Swedish meatballs by Smorgasbord is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Swedish meatballs are classified as ultra-processed because they contain dextrose, an industrially processed sugar, as well as natural aroma and spice extract, which are extracted flavouring additives associated with ultra-processing. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary ingredients and contribute to the product's UPF classification.
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.
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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.