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Very Berry Cheerios by Nestle
Nestle

Very Berry Cheerios

Barcode 8445291136854
Scanned  5  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Very Berry Cheerios is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives that fall into NOVA group 4. In particular, glucose syrup is an industrially extracted sugar syrup, and flavourings are added industrial flavoring agents; both are clear markers of UPF. Other ingredients like citric acid and added vitamins/minerals do not by themselves make a product UPF, but the presence of glucose syrup and flavourings is sufficient for this classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    whole grain oat flour
    Finely milled flour made from whole oats; a common gluten-free or oat-based flour used in baking.
  • OK
    whole grain wheat flour
    Finely milled flour from the whole wheat kernel, containing bran and germ; a staple baking ingredient.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    whole grain barley flour
    Finely milled flour from the barley grain; used in bread and baked goods for a hearty, nutty flavor.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic, milled grain flour commonly used as a staple in baking; contains added minerals/vitamins.
  • OK
    calcium carbonate
    A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent 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
    blackberry puree
    Pureed blackberry fruit, likely used to add flavor and color; contains a small proportion of the ingredient label.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    flavourings
    Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
  • OK
    raspberry puree
    Pureed raspberry fruit, used for flavor or color; note the accent in “pureé” but same meaning as puree.
  • OK
    strawberry puree
    A fruit puree made from strawberries; used as a natural flavor and color in foods.
  • OK
    blueberry puree
    A fruit puree made from blueberries; used as a natural flavor and color in foods.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    concentrates of sweet potato and carrot
    Concentrated form of sweet potato and carrot, used as an ingredient to add sweetness or color; typically a minimally processed vegetable product.
  • OK
    tocopherols (vitamin e)
    Tocopherols are a group of fat-soluble compounds with vitamin E activity, commonly used as antioxidants in foods to prevent oxidation.
  • OK
    citric acid
    A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
  • OK
    iron
    Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    ascorbic acid (vitamin c)
    Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a water-soluble nutrient used as an antioxidant and preservative in foods.
  • OK
    niacin (vitamin b3)
    An essential water-soluble B vitamin involved in energy metabolism; often used as a nutrient supplement or fortificant in foods.
  • OK
    pantothenic acid (b5)
    Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), an essential nutrient used for fortification and nutritional supplementation.
  • OK
    vitamin d
    Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.
  • OK
    folic acid
    A B vitamin (B9) used for fortification of foods and dietary supplements.
  • OK
    vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)
    Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
  • OK
    riboflavin (b2)
    Vitamin B2 used as a fortifying nutrient in foods; a natural component of some ingredients and commonly added in fortification.

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Common questions about Very Berry Cheerios

Is Very Berry Cheerios ultra-processed?

Yes — Very Berry Cheerios by Nestle is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives that fall into NOVA group 4. In particular, glucose syrup is an industrially extracted sugar syrup, and flavourings are added industrial flavoring agents; both are clear markers of UPF. Other ingredients like citric acid and added vitamins/minerals do not by themselves make a product UPF, but the presence of glucose syrup and flavourings is sufficient for this classification.

Which ingredients in Very Berry Cheerios are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Very Berry Cheerios as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, flavourings. 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.

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