Nature Valley

Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Pack

Barcode 8410076601407

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Yes — Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Pack is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including: sunflower lecithin and soy lecithin (emulsifiers), natural vanilla aroma and natural aroma (flavourings). These industrial additives make the overall product ultra-processed, even though many other ingredients (whole oats, sugar, sunflower oil, honey, salt, molasses, dark chocolate components, maple syrup) are not UPF on their own.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

oats

A cereal grain ground or rolled for cereals, baking, or cooking; often used as porridge or in pastries.
OK

miel crispy bar with whole oats and honey
OK

ingredients: whole 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

honey

Natural bee-derived sweetener; 2% of the ingredient list.
OK

salt

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

baking powder: sodium bicarbonate
OK

allergens: see the fatty ingredients
OK

may contain ingredients based on peanuts (peanuts)
OK

nuts and soy
OK

chocolat black
OK

ingredients: whole oats (55%)
OK

dark chocolate chips (8%) (cocoa paste, sugar, emulsifier: soy lecithin, natural vanilla aroma)
OK

cocoa powder

Powdered form of cocoa beans, unsweetened and used for baking and beverages.
OK

honey

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

natural aroma

A flavoring derived from natural sources used to impart aroma and taste to foods; considered a flavoring agent.
OK

allergens: see the ingredients in fat
OK

may contain ingredients based on peanuts (peanuts) and nuts
OK

avoines
OK

sirop d'érable
OK

maple syrup (2%)
OK

may contain ingredients based on nuts
OK

peanuts (peanuts) and soy

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Common questions about Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Pack

Is Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Pack ultra-processed?

Yes — Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Pack by Nature Valley is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including: sunflower lecithin and soy lecithin (emulsifiers), natural vanilla aroma and natural aroma (flavourings). These industrial additives make the overall product ultra-processed, even though many other ingredients (whole oats, sugar, sunflower oil, honey, salt, molasses, dark chocolate components, maple syrup) are not UPF on their own.

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

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Nature Valley Crunchy Variety Pack as ultra-processed markers: sunflower lecithin, natural aroma. 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.