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Low sugar granola pistachio and vanilla

Barcode 5060853641275

Yes — Low sugar granola pistachio and vanilla is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavourings, which are industrially produced additives extracted and purified from natural sources and identified as UPF ingredients under the NOVA framework in this task context. All other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of natural flavourings is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wholegrain oats (57%)
OK

vegetable fibre (chicory root fibre)
OK

chickpea
OK

maize (corn)

A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
OK

seeds (sunflower, pumpkin)
OK

brown flaxseed

Whole brown flaxseed (linseed), a source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
OK

chia (salvia hispanica)

Chia seeds, edible seeds from the Salvia hispanica plant.
OK

pistachio nuts (4%)
OK

dates

A natural sweet fruit from the date palm, rich in sugars, fiber, and minerals.
OK

puffed brown rice

Rice that has been puffed (expanded) through heating without adding ingredients; used as a cereal or snack ingredient.
OK

desiccated coconut

Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
OK

quinoa

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

dried carrot

A dried form of carrot root, used as a dehydrated vegetable ingredient; retains color and some sweetness.
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

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
UPF

natural flavourings

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

vanilla extract

A traditional culinary extract derived from vanilla beans, used to impart vanilla flavor in foods and beverages.

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Common questions about Low sugar granola pistachio and vanilla

Is Low sugar granola pistachio and vanilla ultra-processed?

Yes — Low sugar granola pistachio and vanilla by Bio & me is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavourings, which are industrially produced additives extracted and purified from natural sources and identified as UPF ingredients under the NOVA framework in this task context. All other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of natural flavourings is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Low sugar granola pistachio and vanilla are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Low sugar granola pistachio and vanilla as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavourings. 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.