Seed Protein Cereal

Barcode 5060334560743

Yes — Seed Protein Cereal is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the high-intensity sweetener steviol glycosides (stevia), which is an extracted, purified additive not found in traditional culinary preparations.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wholefood blend (golden flaxseed, sunflower kernels
OK

almonds

Edible seeds of the Prunus dulcis tree; mildly sweet, versatile in sweet and savory dishes, rich in healthy fats, protein, and micronutrients.
OK

coconut

A tropical fruit from the coconut palm; the edible white meat (copra) and liquid inside are commonly consumed in various forms (fresh, dried, milk, oil).
OK

salvia hispanica (chia)
OK

pumpkin seeds

Edible seeds of pumpkins, rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals; commonly used roasted or as a topping or ingredient in baking.
OK

sesame seeds

Small, flat seeds from the Sesamum indicum plant, used as a food ingredient for flavor and texture.
UPF

whey protein

A dairy-derived protein isolate often used as a supplement or ingredient in dairy products.
OK

cocoa powder (8%)
OK

nutritional yeast

Inactive yeast commonly used as a savory, cheesy-flavored seasoning rich in B vitamins.
OK

psyllium husk

A soluble fibre from Plantago seed husks, commonly used as a laxative and dietary fibre supplement.
OK

apple pectin
OK

sweetener: steviol glycosides (stevia)

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Common questions about Seed Protein Cereal

Is Seed Protein Cereal ultra-processed?

Yes — Seed Protein Cereal is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the high-intensity sweetener steviol glycosides (stevia), which is an extracted, purified additive not found in traditional culinary preparations.

Which ingredients in Seed Protein Cereal are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Seed Protein Cereal as an ultra-processed marker: whey protein. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.