Activia

Activia Vanilla Yoghurt

Barcode 5060360506265

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Yes — Activia Vanilla Yoghurt is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including modified maize starch, natural flavouring, natural vanilla flavouring, the stabiliser carrageenan, and artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose). Modified maize starch and natural flavouring are explicitly identified as UPF ingredients, and the presence of these and other additives moves the yoghurt into the ultra-processed NOVA category.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

fat free yogurt (millk)
OK

oligofructose (fibre)
UPF

modified maize starch

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

carrot concentrate

Concentrated carrot juice or puree used as a flavor/colouring ingredient; a processed vegetable product.
OK

natural vanilla flavouring

Natural vanilla flavoring used to impart vanilla aroma in foods; typically derived from vanilla beans.
UPF

natural flavouring

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

bourbon vanilla powder
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

stabiliser (carrageenan)
UPF

sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose)

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

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
OK

cultures (lactobacillus bulgaricus, streptococcus thermophilus, lactococcus lactis, bifidobacterium lactis (bifidus actiregularis)). for allergens
OK

see ingredients underlined. typical values energy (kj/kcal) fat (g)

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Common questions about Activia Vanilla Yoghurt

Is Activia Vanilla Yoghurt ultra-processed?

Yes — Activia Vanilla Yoghurt by Activia is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including modified maize starch, natural flavouring, natural vanilla flavouring, the stabiliser carrageenan, and artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose). Modified maize starch and natural flavouring are explicitly identified as UPF ingredients, and the presence of these and other additives moves the yoghurt into the ultra-processed NOVA category.

Which ingredients in Activia Vanilla Yoghurt are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Activia Vanilla Yoghurt as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, carrot concentrate, natural flavouring, sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose), sodium citrate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Activia Vanilla Yoghurt?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Vanilla by Yeo Valley, West country Luxury yogurt by Marks & Spencer. 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?

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.