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Protein Flapjacks: Smooth Lemon

Barcode 5060088709269

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Yes — Protein Flapjacks: Smooth Lemon is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including natural flavouring, natural flavourings, colour: carotenes, emulsifier (lecithins), palm kernel oil and palm oil, and soya protein isolate. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, which use flavorings, colorings, emulsifiers, and highly refined ingredients to modify taste and texture.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

gluten free oats (25%)
OK

rice syrup

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

soya protein crispies (15%) (soya protein isolate, tapioca starch, salt)
OK

lemon flavour topping (14%) [sugar
OK

vegetable fats (palm kernel*, palm*, shea)
OK

rice powder (dried rice syrup, rice starch, rice flour)
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

carotenes

Natural pigment family (carotenoids) used as a colorant in foods; derived from plant sources. If extracted/isolated as an additive, it is considered an industrially processed ingredient.
OK

emulsifier: lecithins]
OK

vegetable oils (rapeseed, palm*)
OK

soy flour

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

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

lemon powder (0.3%)
UPF

natural flavourings

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

salt

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

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Common questions about Protein Flapjacks: Smooth Lemon

Is Protein Flapjacks: Smooth Lemon ultra-processed?

Yes — Protein Flapjacks: Smooth Lemon by Trek is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including natural flavouring, natural flavourings, colour: carotenes, emulsifier (lecithins), palm kernel oil and palm oil, and soya protein isolate. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, which use flavorings, colorings, emulsifiers, and highly refined ingredients to modify taste and texture.

Which ingredients in Protein Flapjacks: Smooth Lemon are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Protein Flapjacks: Smooth Lemon as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, carotenes, natural flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Protein Flapjacks: Smooth Lemon?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including 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.