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Sensations Thai sweet chili by Walkers
Walkers

Sensations Thai sweet chili

Barcode 51001233
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Sensations Thai sweet chili is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the seasoning contains industrial ingredients and additives including fructose (an isolated refined sugar) and flavourings, as well as hydrolysed soya protein (a processed flavour enhancer).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    potatoes
    Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
  • OK
    vegetable oil (sunflower, rapeseed)
    Basic culinary oil blend produced from pressed or refined sunflower and rapeseed seeds; widely used as a cooking fat.
  • OK
    seasoning (sugar, fructose, buttermilk powder ( milk ), dried soy sauce ( soya beans, wheat ), tomato powder, onion powder, hydrolysed soya protein, flavourings, garlic powder, dried parsley, chilli powder, potassium chloride, dried red peppers, paprika powder, colour (paprika extract))
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    calcium chloride (firming agent)
    Calcium chloride is an edible salt used as a firming agent in canned vegetables, pickles, and various foods.

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Common questions about Sensations Thai sweet chili

Is Sensations Thai sweet chili ultra-processed?

Yes — Sensations Thai sweet chili by Walkers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the seasoning contains industrial ingredients and additives including fructose (an isolated refined sugar) and flavourings, as well as hydrolysed soya protein (a processed flavour enhancer).

What are healthier alternatives to Sensations Thai sweet chili?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Lightly Salted Potato chips by Kettle, Anglesey sea salt crisps by Pipers, Walkers Ready Salted Crisps 6pk by Walkers. 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.

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