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Yes — Monster Energy Ultra is ultra-processed.
Contains multiple ultra-processed additives, including artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), flavourings, preservatives (sorbic acid, benzoic acid), and other industrial ingredients. Also, per the important note, pre-identified UPF ingredients acid (citric acid) and flavourings require classifying this as UPF.
Other drinks Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
100% Apple Juice
Appletiser
Not UPF
Americano Intense Instant Coffee with Finely Ground Beans
Nescafé Azera
Not UPF
Dried Mango
Alesto
Not UPF
Super Smoothie Energise
Innocent
Not UPF
Alkoholfrei
Erdinger
Not UPF
Organic hot chocolate
Green and blacks
Not UPF
Orange Juice smooth from concentrate
Tesco
Not UPF
Pitted Dates
Aldi
Not UPF
Coconut Water
Naturis
Not UPF
Bolt from the Blue
Innocent
Not UPF
Yes — Monster Energy Ultra by Monster is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains multiple ultra-processed additives, including artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), flavourings, preservatives (sorbic acid, benzoic acid), and other industrial ingredients. Also, per the important note, pre-identified UPF ingredients acid (citric acid) and flavourings require classifying this as UPF.
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.
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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.