The Gym, kitchen

Peri Peri grains

Barcode 5060084349346

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Yes — Peri Peri grains is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and flavourings: flavouring (non-specific flavour additives), herb flavouring, stabiliser (guar gum), and lemon juice powder. These extracted/isolated additives and flavourings place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though many base ingredients (grains, vegetables, spices) are minimally processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked wheatberries (34%) [water
OK

wheatberries]
OK

cooked vegetable proteins (21%) [water
UPF

pea protein concentrate

Protein concentrate extracted from peas, used as a plant-based protein ingredient in foods.
OK

faba protein concentrate
OK

salt

A basic mineral seasoning used to flavour foods; widely used across cuisines.
OK

cooked red quinoa (10%)
OK

[water
OK

red quinoa]
OK

cooked pearl barley (8%) [water
OK

pearl barley]
OK

red pepper (8%)
OK

onions

Bulb vegetable from the genus Allium, used as a base flavor and vegetable component in dishes.
OK

piri piri paste [water
OK

rapeseed oil

Oil pressed from rapeseeds; common culinary oil used for cooking and dressings.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

spice (paprika, chilli, cayenne pepper)
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

salt

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

tomato puree

A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
OK

dried red bell pepper
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

dried green bell pepper
OK

lemon juice powder
OK

herb (oregano, parsley) flavouring]
OK

red chilli (1%)
OK

paprika powder

Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

lime juice

Juice extracted from limes; a basic culinary ingredient used for acidity and flavor.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
UPF

guar gum

A plant-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabiliser in a wide range of foods.
OK

colouring (paprika extract)
OK

crushed birds eye chilli

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Common questions about Peri Peri grains

Is Peri Peri grains ultra-processed?

Yes — Peri Peri grains by The Gym, kitchen is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and flavourings: flavouring (non-specific flavour additives), herb flavouring, stabiliser (guar gum), and lemon juice powder. These extracted/isolated additives and flavourings place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though many base ingredients (grains, vegetables, spices) are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Peri Peri grains are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Peri Peri grains as ultra-processed markers: pea protein concentrate, flavouring, guar gum. 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.