Ricola

Sugar Free Elderflower Swiss Herbal Sweets

Barcode 7610700612859

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Yes — Sugar Free Elderflower Swiss Herbal Sweets is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including natural flavourings (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), artificial sweeteners (isomalt, aspartame, acesulfame-K), and other industrial additives. Therefore it is classified as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sweetener (isomalt)
UPF

malic acid

A naturally occurring fruit acid (organic acid) used as an acidity regulator and flavoring agent in foods; often added in small amounts to adjust pH and tartness.
OK

extracts (0,6%) of elderflowers and ricola's herb mixture lemon juice concentrate
UPF

aspartame and acesulfame-k (sweeteners)

Artificial sweeteners used to provide sweetness with little or no calories; synthetic additives commonly used in processed foods; considered UPF.
UPF

natural flavourings

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

concentrate (sweet potato, carrot)
OK

menthol

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Common questions about Sugar Free Elderflower Swiss Herbal Sweets

Is Sugar Free Elderflower Swiss Herbal Sweets ultra-processed?

Yes — Sugar Free Elderflower Swiss Herbal Sweets by Ricola is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including natural flavourings (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), artificial sweeteners (isomalt, aspartame, acesulfame-K), and other industrial additives. Therefore it is classified as UPF.

Which ingredients in Sugar Free Elderflower Swiss Herbal Sweets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Sugar Free Elderflower Swiss Herbal Sweets as ultra-processed markers: malic acid, aspartame and acesulfame-k (sweeteners), natural flavourings. 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.