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Chicken Bites

Barcode 5060317353324
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Chicken Bites is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday, despite its high chicken content.

This appears to be a prepared chicken product. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, natural flavouring, and spice extract, which are industrially processed flavouring ingredients. Sodium sulphite is also a preservative additive, while citrus fibre is an extracted fibre used for functional formulation. These ingredients indicate an industrial formulation beyond simple culinary processing.

Common questions about Chicken Bites

Is Chicken Bites ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Bites is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This appears to be a prepared chicken product. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, natural flavouring, and spice extract, which are industrially processed flavouring ingredients. Sodium sulphite is also a preservative additive, while citrus fibre is an extracted fibre used for functional formulation. These ingredients indicate an industrial formulation beyond simple culinary processing.

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.

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