Hellman's

Light Mayonnaise

Barcode 8718114724430

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Yes — Light Mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains modified corn starch, a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and paprika extract, another pre-identified UPF ingredient. It also contains natural mustard flavouring, guar gum, xanthan gum, and calcium disodium EDTA, which are industrial flavouring, thickening, and stabilizing additives characteristic of ultra-processed formulations.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

rapeseed oil

A pressed oil from rapeseed (canola); widely used culinary oil rich in unsaturated fats.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

modified corn starch

A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
OK

pasteurised free rang eggs (4,2%)
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

cream powder (contains milk)
OK

citrus fibre

Fibrous material derived from citrus fruits, used as dietary fiber and texturizer in foods.
OK

natural mustard flavouring thickener (guar gum, xanthan gum)
OK

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
OK

antioxidant (calciu disodium edta)
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.

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Common questions about Light Mayonnaise

Is Light Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Light Mayonnaise by Hellman's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains modified corn starch, a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and paprika extract, another pre-identified UPF ingredient. It also contains natural mustard flavouring, guar gum, xanthan gum, and calcium disodium EDTA, which are industrial flavouring, thickening, and stabilizing additives characteristic of ultra-processed formulations.

Which ingredients in Light Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Light Mayonnaise as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Light Mayonnaise?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including SO organic Mayonnaise by Sainsbury's, Real Mayonnaise by Stokes, Duchy Organic Mayonnaise by Waitrose & Partners. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

Light Mayonnaise

Ingredients

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Common questions about Light Mayonnaise

Is Light Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Light Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Light Mayonnaise?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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