Nature Valley

Crunchy Peanut Butter

Barcode 8410076601261

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Crunchy Peanut Butter is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), which is an industrial additive, and also refined sugar. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives makes a food ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

whole grain rolled oats (56%)
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

peanut butter (8%) (peanut, salt)
OK

peanut pieces (2%)
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
OK

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
OK

salt

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

sunflower lecithin

Emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds used to stabilize emulsions in foods.
OK

for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold
OK

may contain tree nuts
OK

soy and sunflower seed ingredients store in a cool
OK

dry place
OK

the nature valley promise: we promise great taste
OK

quality and convenience
OK

nature valley www
OK

naturevalley
OK

com
OK

careline: 0800 028 7561 (uk)
OK

1800 535 115 (roi) general mills uk po box 363 uxbridge
OK

ub8 1yt
OK

uk
OK

tm made in spain for general mills international sàrl
OK

switzerland
OK

o general mills

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Common questions about Crunchy Peanut Butter

Is Crunchy Peanut Butter ultra-processed?

Yes — Crunchy Peanut Butter by Nature Valley is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), which is an industrial additive, and also refined sugar. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives makes a food ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Crunchy Peanut Butter are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Crunchy Peanut Butter as an ultra-processed marker: sunflower 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.