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Chocolate Hazelnut Spread by nutella
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Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

Barcode 80135463
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Chocolate Hazelnut Spread is ultra-processed.

Ultra-processed; best enjoyed occasionally rather than every day.

This chocolate hazelnut spread is ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined and processed oil, as well as lecithin emulsifiers and vanillin flavoring. These industrial additives and the refined palm oil are characteristic of ultra-processed formulations.

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Common questions about Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

Is Chocolate Hazelnut Spread ultra-processed?

Yes — Chocolate Hazelnut Spread by nutella is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This chocolate hazelnut spread is ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined and processed oil, as well as lecithin emulsifiers and vanillin flavoring. These industrial additives and the refined palm oil are characteristic of ultra-processed formulations.

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.

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