Biotiful

Kefir yoghurt

Barcode 5060337222150

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Yes — Kefir yoghurt is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed additives: fruit extract (apple, carob, grape) used as a refined flavoring/sweetening ingredient, and natural flavouring, which is an industrial flavoring additive. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though it also contains cultured milk and vanilla extract.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pasteurised cow's milk fermented with live kefir and yogurt cultures
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
UPF

fruit extract (apple, carob, grape)

Extract derived from multiple fruits (apple, carob, grape), used as a flavoring or flavor-enhancing ingredient. It is a processed extract.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
UPF

natural flavouring

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

lemon concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice product used to impart lemon flavor or acidity in foods, obtained by removing water from lemon juice.
OK

pectin

Pectin is a natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls, commonly used as a gelling agent, stabiliser, and thickener in foods such as jams, jellies, and confectionery.
OK

madagascan vanilla extract
OK

vanilla seeds. + includes: bifidobacterium
OK

streptococcus thermophilus

A lactic acid bacterium used in dairy fermentation (e.g., yogurt and cheese starters). It is a traditional, safe food culture that works with other cultures.
OK

lactobacillus bulgaricus

A live bacterial culture used as a starter in yogurt fermentation; typically combined with Streptococcus thermophilus to convert lactose into lactic acid.
OK

lactobacillus acidophilus. for allergens: see ingredients in bold. use by date: please see lid. storage: keep refrigerated at 1-5°c. stir well before consuming and consume within 3 days of opening. produced for biotiful dairy ltd: uk: po box 55560 london sw7 9dj

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Common questions about Kefir yoghurt

Is Kefir yoghurt ultra-processed?

Yes — Kefir yoghurt by Biotiful is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed additives: fruit extract (apple, carob, grape) used as a refined flavoring/sweetening ingredient, and natural flavouring, which is an industrial flavoring additive. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though it also contains cultured milk and vanilla extract.

Which ingredients in Kefir yoghurt are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Kefir yoghurt as ultra-processed markers: fruit extract (apple, carob, grape), natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Kefir yoghurt?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Kefir Natural Fermented Yogurt by Yeo Valley Organic. 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.