Nature Valley

Fruit & Nut Apple, Raisin, Almond & Peanut Bars

Barcode 8410076611246

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Yes — Fruit & Nut Apple, Raisin, Almond & Peanut Bars is ultra-processed.

Contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including glucose syrup, fructose, oligofructose, dextrose (pre-identified UPF ingredient), emulsifier (lecithins), humectant (glycerol), and natural flavourings, which classify the product as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

whole grain rolled oats (26%)
UPF

glucose syrup

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

roasted peanuts (8%)
OK

raisins (7.5%)
OK

almonds (6.5%)
OK

sugar

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

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

dried apples

Dried apples, likely rehydrated or used as a fruit ingredient for sweetness and texture in foods.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

glycerol (humectant)

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

vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed, cotton in varying proportions)
UPF

oligofructose

A short-chain fructooligosaccharide used as a sweetener or fiber additive; an isolated carbohydrate produced industrially.
OK

fructose

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

lecithin (emulsifier)

Emulsifier derived from plant or animal sources used to stabilize mixtures in foods.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

natural flavourings (contains milk)

Ingredients used to impart flavor in foods, dairy-containing flavorings.
OK

salt

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

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

honey

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

antioxidant (tocopherol-rich extract). for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. may contain soy and other tree nuts

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Common questions about Fruit & Nut Apple, Raisin, Almond & Peanut Bars

Is Fruit & Nut Apple, Raisin, Almond & Peanut Bars ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit & Nut Apple, Raisin, Almond & Peanut Bars by Nature Valley is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including glucose syrup, fructose, oligofructose, dextrose (pre-identified UPF ingredient), emulsifier (lecithins), humectant (glycerol), and natural flavourings, which classify the product as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Fruit & Nut Apple, Raisin, Almond & Peanut Bars are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Fruit & Nut Apple, Raisin, Almond & Peanut Bars as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, oligofructose, lecithin (emulsifier), dextrose, natural flavourings (contains milk). 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.