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Plant Based lions mane mushroom chunks by Happiee
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Plant Based lions mane mushroom chunks

Barcode 5061021900194
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Plant Based lions mane mushroom chunks is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes maltodextrin (an industrially refined carbohydrate used as a filler and stabilizer), hydrolysed soya protein (an industrially processed flavor enhancer), and modified maize starch (a chemically/physically modified starch). These extracted, industrially processed additives place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    lion's mane mushroom (62%)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    marinade (6%) [sugar
  • OK
    soy sauce powder (hydrolysed soya protein, maltodextrin, soy sauce [water, soybean, wheat, salt]], modified maize starch, spices, salt, anti-caking agent, spice extracts)
  • OK
    acidity regulator (citric acid]])

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Common questions about Plant Based lions mane mushroom chunks

Is Plant Based lions mane mushroom chunks ultra-processed?

Yes — Plant Based lions mane mushroom chunks by Happiee is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes maltodextrin (an industrially refined carbohydrate used as a filler and stabilizer), hydrolysed soya protein (an industrially processed flavor enhancer), and modified maize starch (a chemically/physically modified starch). These extracted, industrially processed additives place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

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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