Vivera

Veggie mince

Barcode 8718300870354

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Yes — Veggie mince is ultra-processed.

This plant-based mince is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives, including hydrated vegetable protein with added natural flavourings, caramelized sugar used as a color/flavor agent, a preservative (sodium diacetate), and an added acid regulator (lactic acid). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

UPF

hydrated vegetable protein

A processed soy or vegetarian protein product where vegetable protein is hydrated for use as a meat analogue or protein source.
OK

soya protein [30% ]] [94%]
OK

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

caramelized sugar

Sugar heated until it browns and develops a toasty, caramel flavor; a basic sugar product used for sweetness and color.
OK

reduced-sodium salt

Salt with reduced sodium content, a basic mineral ingredient used for seasoning.
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
OK

preservative [sodium diacetate]
OK

water

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

acid [lactic acid]
OK

salt

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

vitamins and minerals (vitamin b12)

A micronutrient fortification ingredient providing vitamin B12; used to enhance nutritional value.
OK

iron]. energy fats of which carbohydr

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Common questions about Veggie mince

Is Veggie mince ultra-processed?

Yes — Veggie mince by Vivera is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This plant-based mince is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives, including hydrated vegetable protein with added natural flavourings, caramelized sugar used as a color/flavor agent, a preservative (sodium diacetate), and an added acid regulator (lactic acid). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Veggie mince are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Veggie mince as ultra-processed markers: hydrated vegetable protein, natural 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.

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.