Diet Ginger Soda

Barcode 5449000133472

Yes — Diet Ginger Soda is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and sweeteners, including aspartame, sodium saccharin, caramel colour (E150d), flavourings, and preservative sodium benzoate.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
UPF

flavourings including extracts of ginger

A blend of flavouring agents, including natural or artificial ginger extracts used to impart ginger flavor in foods.
UPF

citric acid

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

malic acid

An organic acid used as a acidity regulator and flavouring component in foods; often derived from natural sources.
UPF

aspartame

A low-calorie artificial sweetener used in foods and beverages.
UPF

saccharin sodium

The sodium salt of saccharin, an artificial sweetener.
UPF

caramel color (e150d)

A synthetic or heavily processed food colorant derived from sugar via heat and chemical reactions.
UPF

sodium benzoate

A preservative (benzoate salt) used to inhibit the growth of spoilage organisms and extend shelf life in foods.
OK

phenylalanine

An essential amino acid used as a nutritional supplement or as an additive source of phenylalanine in some foods.

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Common questions about Diet Ginger Soda

Is Diet Ginger Soda ultra-processed?

Yes — Diet Ginger Soda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and sweeteners, including aspartame, sodium saccharin, caramel colour (E150d), flavourings, and preservative sodium benzoate.

Which ingredients in Diet Ginger Soda are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Diet Ginger Soda as ultra-processed markers: flavourings including extracts of ginger, citric acid, aspartame, saccharin sodium, caramel color (e150d), sodium benzoate. 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?

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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.