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Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola by Bio & Me
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Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola

Barcode 5060853640315
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavourings, which are industrially produced additives used to modify taste, fitting NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    gluten free wholegrain oats (58%)
  • OK
    chicory root fibre
    Dietary fibre derived from chicory roots (inulin or inulin-like fibre).
  • OK
    dates
    A natural sweet fruit from the date palm, rich in sugars, fiber, and minerals.
  • OK
    seeds (6%) (sunflower, pumpkin, brown linseed)
  • OK
    extra virgin olive oil
    A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
  • OK
    dried carrot
    A dried form of carrot root, used as a dehydrated vegetable ingredient; retains color and some sweetness.
  • OK
    puffed brown rice
    Rice that has been puffed (expanded) through heating without adding ingredients; used as a cereal or snack ingredient.
  • OK
    cashew nut
    Edible seed of the cashew tree; a common tree nut used in cooking and snack foods.
  • OK
    quinoa
    A gluten-free seed-like grain, often used as a nutritious base or side dish.
  • OK
    freeze dried berries (2%) (blackcurrant, cherry, strawberry)
  • OK
    dried beetroot
  • UPF
    beetroot and carrot extract
    Concentrated extract derived from beetroot and carrot, used as a flavoring/coloring agent in foods.
  • UPF
    natural flavourings
    Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.

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Common questions about Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola

Is Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola ultra-processed?

Yes — Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola by Bio & Me is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavourings, which are industrially produced additives used to modify taste, fitting NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola as ultra-processed markers: beetroot and carrot extract, natural flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Berry Burst Gluten Free Granola?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Granola Nuts & Seeds by Lizi's, Low Sugar Granola Original by Crownfield, Super Berry Granola by Deluxe. 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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