Danone

Greek style yogurt

Barcode 5060360501796

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Yes — Greek style yogurt is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and ultra-processed ingredients, including: modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), stabilisers (pectin, carrageenan), flavouring, artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), and other additives such as colour (anthocyanin) and acidity regulators. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

yogurt (milk)

A fermented dairy product made from milk with lactic acid bacteria cultures. Common as a breakfast or ingredient in dishes.
OK

cherry (10%)
OK

potato and tapioca starch
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

stabilisers (pectin, carrageenan)
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

acidity regulators (sodium citrate, calcium citrate)
UPF

sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose)

Artificial sweeteners including acesulfame K and sucralose used as sugar substitutes; categorized as food additives.
OK

colour (anthocyanin)
OK

vitamin d. for allergens
OK

see ingredients in blue. may contain nuts
OK

cereals containing gluten

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Common questions about Greek style yogurt

Is Greek style yogurt ultra-processed?

Yes — Greek style yogurt by Danone is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and ultra-processed ingredients, including: modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), stabilisers (pectin, carrageenan), flavouring, artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), and other additives such as colour (anthocyanin) and acidity regulators. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Greek style yogurt are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Greek style yogurt as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, flavouring, sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose). 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.