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Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars by Nature Valley
Nature Valley

Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars

Barcode 8410076601254
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars is ultra-processed.

Product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including emulsifiers (sunflower lecithin, soy lecithin) and natural flavouring. Presence of these industrial additives and flavorings classifies the bars as ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    whole grain rolled oats (59%)
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    canadian maple syrup (2%)
  • OK
    honey
    A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
  • OK
    salt
    A basic mineral seasoning used for flavor and preservation.
  • OK
    molasses
    A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
  • UPF
    sunflower lecithin
    Emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds used to stabilize emulsions in foods.
  • OK
    sodium bicarbonate
    A basic leavening agent used in baking; reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide, helping dough rise. Commonly sold as baking soda.
  • UPF
    natural flavouring
    A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
  • OK
    for allergens
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold
  • OK
    may contain peanut
  • OK
    tree nuts and soy ingredients
  • OK
    crunchy cereal bars made with whole grain rolled oats and dark chocolate pieces
  • OK
    ingredients: whole grain rolled oats (55%)
  • OK
    dark chocolate pieces (8%)(cocoa mass , sugar, emulsifier: soy lecithin, natural vanilla flavouring)
  • OK
    fat-reduced cocoa
    Cocoa powder with reduced fat content, produced by removing part of the fat from cocoa beans.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    may contain peanut and tree nuts ingredients
  • OK
    crunchy cereal bars made with whole grain rolled oats and honey
  • OK
    ingredients: whole grain rolled oats (59%)
  • OK
    honey
    Natural bee-derived sweetener; 2% of the ingredient list.
  • OK
    for nutrifion information see bottom of the pack
  • OK
    store in a cool
  • OK
    dry place
  • OK
    the nature valleytm promise: we promise great taste
  • OK
    quality and convenience
  • OK
    nature valleytm www
  • OK
    naturevalley
  • OK
    com
  • OK
    careline: 0800 028 7561 (uk)
  • OK
    1800 535 115 (roi) o general mills
  • OK
    general mills uk po box 363 uxbridge
  • OK
    ub8 1yt
  • OK
    uk made in spain for general mills international sàrl
  • OK
    switzerland
  • OK
    general siii 5x42g
  • OK
    210 ge

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Common questions about Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars

Is Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars ultra-processed?

Yes — Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars by Nature Valley is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including emulsifiers (sunflower lecithin, soy lecithin) and natural flavouring. Presence of these industrial additives and flavorings classifies the bars as ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars as ultra-processed markers: sunflower lecithin, natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Granola Bars?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Apple & Raisin Oat Bars by deliciously ella, Peanut Butter Oat Bars by Deliciously Ella, Apple & Cinnamon Peanut Butter Stuffed Oat Bar by Pip & Nut. 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.

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