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Gluten-Free Cocoa Porridge by Bio & Me
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Gluten-Free Cocoa Porridge

Barcode 5060853641190
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Gluten-Free Cocoa Porridge is ultra-processed.

Not ideal for everyday eating because it contains an industrial flavour additive.

This is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, an industrially extracted flavour additive. The other listed ingredients are primarily whole or minimally processed foods, but the presence of natural flavouring is sufficient for a UPF classification under the specified criteria.

Common questions about Gluten-Free Cocoa Porridge

Is Gluten-Free Cocoa Porridge ultra-processed?

Yes — Gluten-Free Cocoa Porridge by Bio & Me is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, an industrially extracted flavour additive. The other listed ingredients are primarily whole or minimally processed foods, but the presence of natural flavouring is sufficient for a UPF classification under the specified criteria.

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.

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