Nestlé

Blueberry wheats

Barcode 8445290420930

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Blueberry wheats is ultra-processed.

Ultra-processed; best enjoyed occasionally rather than every day.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives: glycerol (listed as a humectant), dextrose, glucose syrup, and maltodextrin are pre-identified UPF ingredients. The added flavourings also contribute to the classification as UPF. Sugar, blueberry purée concentrate, malic acid, trisodium citrate, pectin, and calcium citrate do not independently determine the classification.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

whole grain wheat (71,8%)
UPF

glycerol (glycerin)

A sugar alcohol used as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener in foods; often added to retain moisture.
UPF

dextrose

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

glucose syrup

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

sugar

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

blueberry puree concentrate (3,8%)
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.
OK

acidity regulators: malic acid
OK

trisodium citrate
OK

gelling agent: pectin flavourings
OK

firming agent: calcium citrate

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Common questions about Blueberry wheats

Is Blueberry wheats ultra-processed?

Yes — Blueberry wheats by Nestlé is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives: glycerol (listed as a humectant), dextrose, glucose syrup, and maltodextrin are pre-identified UPF ingredients. The added flavourings also contribute to the classification as UPF. Sugar, blueberry purée concentrate, malic acid, trisodium citrate, pectin, and calcium citrate do not independently determine the classification.

Which ingredients in Blueberry wheats are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Blueberry wheats as ultra-processed markers: glycerol (glycerin), dextrose, 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.