Candy Kittens

Loves

Barcode 5060384262925

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Yes — Loves is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial formulations and additives such as glucose syrup, modified starch, fructose-glucose syrup, and natural flavourings, which fall under NOVA ultra-processed ingredients.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

modified starch

Starch that has been chemically or physically modified to alter its thickening, texture, or stability properties; commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer in processed foods.
OK

apple juice from concentrate 10%
UPF

fructose-glucose syrup

A mixed sweetener syrup produced from starch-derived sugars containing both fructose and glucose; commonly used as a sweetener in beverages and foods.
OK

acids (citric acid, malic acid, lactic acid)

A collective term for food-grade acids used to adjust acidity in foods and beverages; includes citric acid, malic acid, and lactic acid.
OK

fruit and plant concentrates (black carrot, turmeric, apple, sweet potato)
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
UPF

natural orange flavouring

Flavor extract derived from natural orange sources used to impart orange aroma and taste.
UPF

spirulina concentrate

Concentrated extract of spirulina algae, used as a source of protein and nutrients in fortified foods or supplements.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
UPF

glazing agent (carnauba wax)

Edible wax coating derived from carnauba palm used as a glazing agent on candies and confectionery to give a shiny finish.

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Common questions about Loves

Is Loves ultra-processed?

Yes — Loves by Candy Kittens is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial formulations and additives such as glucose syrup, modified starch, fructose-glucose syrup, and natural flavourings, which fall under NOVA ultra-processed ingredients.

Which ingredients in Loves are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Loves as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, modified starch, fructose-glucose syrup, natural flavourings, natural orange flavouring, spirulina concentrate, glazing agent (carnauba wax). 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.