Strawberry Kefir Yogurt

Barcode 5390053001716

Yes — Strawberry Kefir Yogurt is ultra-processed.

This fermented dairy drink contains several ultra-processed components, including modified maize starch, natural flavouring, and multiple added food acids (citric and acetic acids) that are industrial additives. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and place the product in the ultra-processed category, even though it also contains beneficial fermented milk and fruit.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

milk fermented with live kefir and yogurt cultures
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

strawberries

A red, juicy berry commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts; high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

citric acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as an acidulant and flavor enhancer in foods; common food additive.
OK

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as an acidity regulator and flavoring in foods.
OK

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used as an acidulant and flavoring additive in foods; a chemical ingredient.

Common questions about Strawberry Kefir Yogurt

Is Strawberry Kefir Yogurt ultra-processed?

Yes — Strawberry Kefir Yogurt is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This fermented dairy drink contains several ultra-processed components, including modified maize starch, natural flavouring, and multiple added food acids (citric and acetic acids) that are industrial additives. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and place the product in the ultra-processed category, even though it also contains beneficial fermented milk and fruit.

Which ingredients in Strawberry Kefir Yogurt are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Strawberry Kefir Yogurt as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, natural flavouring, citric acid. 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.