Honey Monster

Monster Wheat Puffs

Barcode 5060288540358

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Yes — Monster Wheat Puffs is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrially processed sugars and additives such as glucose syrup, soluble gluco fibre, and caramelised sugar syrup, which fit NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat (60%)
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

sugar (14%)
OK

honey (3.6%)
OK

soluble gluco fibre
OK

calcium carbonate stabiliser

Food additive used as a stabiliser or anti-caking agent; a common mineral salt (CaCO3).
UPF

caramelised sugar syrup

A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.
OK

sunflower oil

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

vitamins and minerals (iron, niacin (b3), riboflavin (b2), thiamin (b1), vitamin d)

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Common questions about Monster Wheat Puffs

Is Monster Wheat Puffs ultra-processed?

Yes — Monster Wheat Puffs by Honey Monster is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrially processed sugars and additives such as glucose syrup, soluble gluco fibre, and caramelised sugar syrup, which fit NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Monster Wheat Puffs are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Monster Wheat Puffs as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, caramelised sugar syrup. 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.