Belvita

Breakfast Biscuits Golden Oats 5 Packs

Barcode 7622210740458

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Yes — Breakfast Biscuits Golden Oats 5 Packs is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes several ultra-processed components: invert sugar syrup (industrially processed sugar syrup), emulsifier (soya lecithins), barley malt extract (industrially processed flavor enhancer), and skimmed milk powder (pre-identified as UPF). These additives and industrial ingredients move the product into NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed foods).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

cereals 70.4 % [wholegrain cereals 43 % (rye flakes 17.7 %)
OK

oat flakes 15.5 %
OK

oat grits 6.8 %
OK

wholegrain spelt cont flour (wheat) 1 %
OK

wholegrain barley flour 1 %
OK

wholegrain wheat flour 1 %
OK

wheat flour 27.4 %]
OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

sugar (cane)

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane; a basic sweetener used in foods and drinks.
UPF

invert sugar syrup

A refined sugar syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose; a processed sweetener often used in foods.
OK

calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, and elemental iron

A mineral blend used for fortification, comprising calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, and elemental iron.
OK

raising agents (sodium carbonates, ammonium carbonates, diphosphates)
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
UPF

soy lecithin

An emulsifier derived from soybeans used to stabilize mixtures and improve texture in foods.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

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Common questions about Breakfast Biscuits Golden Oats 5 Packs

Is Breakfast Biscuits Golden Oats 5 Packs ultra-processed?

Yes — Breakfast Biscuits Golden Oats 5 Packs by Belvita is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because the ingredient list includes several ultra-processed components: invert sugar syrup (industrially processed sugar syrup), emulsifier (soya lecithins), barley malt extract (industrially processed flavor enhancer), and skimmed milk powder (pre-identified as UPF). These additives and industrial ingredients move the product into NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed foods).

Which ingredients in Breakfast Biscuits Golden Oats 5 Packs are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Breakfast Biscuits Golden Oats 5 Packs as ultra-processed markers: invert sugar syrup, Barley Malt Extract, soy lecithin. 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.