Ricola

Soothe & Clear Honey & Lemon Echinacea

Barcode 7610700001417

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Yes — Soothe & Clear Honey & Lemon Echinacea is ultra-processed.

The product contains glucose syrup and natural flavourings, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives that classify the product as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA. Other ingredients like sugar and honey are not UPF on their own but do not change the overall classification.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

honey (5.1%)
OK

extract (0.5%) of ricola's herb mixture
OK

vitamin c lemon juice concentrate
OK

acid (citric acid, malic acid)
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
OK

natural echinacea aroma (echinacea dry pressed juice)
UPF

mint oil

Essential oil derived from mint leaves used for flavoring or fragrance; highly concentrated plant oil.
OK

peppermint oil
OK

menthol

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Common questions about Soothe & Clear Honey & Lemon Echinacea

Is Soothe & Clear Honey & Lemon Echinacea ultra-processed?

Yes — Soothe & Clear Honey & Lemon Echinacea by Ricola is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains glucose syrup and natural flavourings, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives that classify the product as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA. Other ingredients like sugar and honey are not UPF on their own but do not change the overall classification.

Which ingredients in Soothe & Clear Honey & Lemon Echinacea are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Soothe & Clear Honey & Lemon Echinacea as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, natural flavourings, mint oil. 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.