Trek

Protein Flapjack Salted Caramel

Barcode 5060088709030

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Yes — Protein Flapjack Salted Caramel is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: palm kernel oil and palm oil (highly refined oils), salted caramel flavour coating, natural flavouring/natural flavourings, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), and colouring (paprika extract), as well as processed rice syrup powder. These fit NOVA’s criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

gluten free oats (27%)
OK

rice syrup

A traditional sweetener produced by enzymatic processing of rice; used as a carbohydrate source in cooking.
OK

soya protein crunchies (soya protein, tapioca starch, salt) (16%)
OK

salted caramel flavour coating (vegetable oils (palm kernel oil, palm oil"), sugar, rice powder (dried rice syrup, 5 rice starch, rice flour), rice flour, cocoa powder, sea salt, natural flavouring, emulsifier, sunflower lecithin, colouring: paprika extract) (13%)
OK

vegetable oils (palm", sunflower, rapeseed)
OK

dark brown sugar
OK

soy flour

A basic single-ingredient flour made from soybeans, used as a gluten-free flour option with high protein content.
OK

salt

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

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.

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Common questions about Protein Flapjack Salted Caramel

Is Protein Flapjack Salted Caramel ultra-processed?

Yes — Protein Flapjack Salted Caramel by Trek is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: palm kernel oil and palm oil (highly refined oils), salted caramel flavour coating, natural flavouring/natural flavourings, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), and colouring (paprika extract), as well as processed rice syrup powder. These fit NOVA’s criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Protein Flapjack Salted Caramel are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Protein Flapjack Salted Caramel as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Protein Flapjack Salted Caramel?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including The Protein Ball Lemon & Pistachio by the protein ball co, Choc Brownie Natural Protein Bar by TRIBE. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.