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Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola by Bio & Me
Bio & Me

Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola

Barcode 5070000126548
Scanned  185  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavourings, which are industrially produced flavouring additives according to NOVA-style criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    wholegrain oats
    Wholegrain oats, a basic cereal grain used for porridge, baking, and muesli.
  • OK
    seeds (sunflower, pumpkin)
    Mixed seeds: sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds, commonly used in cereals, breads and toppings.
  • 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
    walnuts
    Whole walnuts (tree-nut). A basic, edible seed used as a snack or ingredient.
  • OK
    almonds
    Edible seeds of the Prunus dulcis tree; mildly sweet, versatile in sweet and savory dishes, rich in healthy fats, protein, and micronutrients.
  • OK
    vegetable fibres (chickpea, maize)
    Dietary fibre derived from vegetables (chickpea and maize). Used as a fibre supplement or texturizer in foods.
  • OK
    chicory root fibre
    Dietary fibre derived from chicory roots (inulin or inulin-like fibre).
  • 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
    puffed sorghum
    Puffed sorghum grains. A ready-to-eat cereal grain used in snacks and cereals.
  • OK
    dates
    A natural sweet fruit from the date palm, rich in sugars, fiber, and minerals.
  • OK
    coconut
    A tropical fruit from the coconut palm; the edible white meat (copra) and liquid inside are commonly consumed in various forms (fresh, dried, milk, oil).
  • 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
    puffed lentils
    Lentils that have been puffed (expanded) usually by heating, a pre-cooked legume snack ingredient or cereal-like grain snack.
  • 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 Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola

Is Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola ultra-processed?

Yes — Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola 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 flavouring additives according to NOVA-style criteria.

Which ingredients in Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Low Sugar, Naturally Gut-Loving Granola?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Low Sugar Granola Original by Crownfield, Super Berry Granola by Deluxe, Berry Granola by Waitrose & Partners. 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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