Granola Bar

Barcode 5060455491001

Yes — Granola Bar is ultra-processed.

A convenient snack, but not ideal for everyday eating.

This is a granola-style bar made from oats, seeds, quinoa, buckwheat, cacao, and traditional sweeteners. However, it is ultra-processed because it contains soluble fibre, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and industrially isolated fibre. Vegan chocolate may also contain industrially formulated components, but soluble fibre alone is sufficient for the UPF classification. The other listed ingredients, including brown rice syrup, coconut sugar, vegetable glycerine, and calcium carbonate, do not independently require a UPF classification under the specified guidance.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

gluten-free oat flakes

Oats processed to remove gluten-containing grains and used as a breakfast cereal or baking ingredient.
UPF

soluble fibre

A general category of dietary fibre that dissolves in water and forms a gel; used as a texturizer or nutritive fiber additive in foods.
OK

brown rice syrup

A sweet syrup produced by enzymatic breakdown of starch from brown rice; commonly used as a traditional natural sweetener.
OK

chicory root fibre

Dietary fibre derived from chicory roots (inulin or inulin-like fibre).
OK

organic cacao mass
OK

coconut sugar

Traditional natural sweetener derived from coconut palm sap; not considered UPF as a minimally processed sugar.
OK

cocoa powder

Powdered product derived from roasted cocoa beans, typically unsweetened and used for flavoring and color in baking and desserts.
OK

sunflower seeds

Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
OK

chia seeds

Tiny, nutrient-dense seeds from the Salvia hispanica plant, rich in omega-3 fats, fiber, and protein.
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

vitamin d3

A fat-soluble vitamin (cholecalciferol) used to support calcium absorption and bone health; commonly added to foods or supplements.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

quinoa

A gluten-free seed-like grain, often used as a nutritious base or side dish.
OK

buckwheat flakes

Rolled or toasted flakes from buckwheat groats, used as a hot cereal or ingredient in granola. Naturally gluten-free and high in minerals.
OK

vegan chocolate
OK

vegetable glycerine

A clear, viscous humectant derived from vegetable fats; commonly used as a sweetener or moisture-retaining ingredient.
OK

reduced fat cocoa powder

Cocoa powder with reduced fat content, produced by pressing cocoa to remove part of the fat, then grinding the solids into a powder.
OK

inulin

A type of soluble fiber extracted from plants (often chicory). Used as a prebiotic and dietary fiber in foods.

Common questions about Granola Bar

Is Granola Bar ultra-processed?

Yes — Granola Bar is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is a granola-style bar made from oats, seeds, quinoa, buckwheat, cacao, and traditional sweeteners. However, it is ultra-processed because it contains soluble fibre, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and industrially isolated fibre. Vegan chocolate may also contain industrially formulated components, but soluble fibre alone is sufficient for the UPF classification. The other listed ingredients, including brown rice syrup, coconut sugar, vegetable glycerine, and calcium carbonate, do not independently require a UPF classification under the specified guidance.

Which ingredients in Granola Bar are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Granola Bar as an ultra-processed marker: soluble fibre. 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?

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.