Nature Valley

Protein Peanut & Chocolate Bars

Barcode 8410076610355

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Yes — Protein Peanut & Chocolate Bars is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including isolated soy protein (an isolated protein), glucose syrup, fructose, and maltodextrin (industrially refined sugars), palm fat (highly processed refined palm oil), emulsifiers (soy lecithin, sunflower lecithin), humectant glycerol, and natural flavourings. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and fit NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

roasted peanuts (39%)
OK

chicory root extract
OK

isolated soy protein
OK

chocolate pieces (8%) (sugar, cocoa mass, cocoa butter, emulsifier ( soy lecithin))
OK

sugar

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

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

milk proteins
OK

fructose

A simple sugar derived from fruit and honey; a monosaccharide commonly used as a sweetener.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
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 (2%)
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder from which most of the fat (cocoa butter) has been removed; used to add cocoa flavor with lower fat content.
OK

glycerol (humectant)

Glycerol (glycerine) used as a humectant to retain moisture in foods; a simple, mono- and polyalcohol.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

emulsifiers (sunflower lecithin, soy lecithin)
OK

salt

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

natural flavourings (contains milk )
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.

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Common questions about Protein Peanut & Chocolate Bars

Is Protein Peanut & Chocolate Bars ultra-processed?

Yes — Protein Peanut & Chocolate Bars 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 several industrial ingredients and additives, including isolated soy protein (an isolated protein), glucose syrup, fructose, and maltodextrin (industrially refined sugars), palm fat (highly processed refined palm oil), emulsifiers (soy lecithin, sunflower lecithin), humectant glycerol, and natural flavourings. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and fit NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Protein Peanut & Chocolate Bars are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Protein Peanut & Chocolate Bars as ultra-processed markers: palm fat, glucose syrup, maltodextrin. 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.