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Hot chocolate by MediKills
MediKills

Hot chocolate

Barcode 7622210592996
Scanned  33  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Hot chocolate is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes "flavouring," which indicates added industrial flavorings beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    cocoa powder
    Powdered product derived from roasted cocoa beans, typically unsweetened and used for flavoring and color in baking and desserts.
  • OK
    acidity regulator (sodium carbonate)
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

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Common questions about Hot chocolate

Is Hot chocolate ultra-processed?

Yes — Hot chocolate by MediKills is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes "flavouring," which indicates added industrial flavorings beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Hot chocolate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Hot chocolate as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Hot chocolate?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Bournville Cocoa by Cadbury, Drinking Chocolate by Sainsbury's, Cacao Bliss. 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.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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