Vivera

Plant Bacon Smoky Sizzlers

Barcode 8718300877476

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Yes — Plant Bacon Smoky Sizzlers is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial flavour additives: 'natural flavourings', 'flavouring', and 'smoke flavourings'. These extracted/engineered flavouring agents are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods, even though the base is mainly hydrated soy protein.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

hydrated vegetable protein 92% (water, _soya_ protein 24%)
UPF

natural flavourings

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

vinegar

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

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

salt

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

smoke flavourings
OK

water

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

colour (iron oxide)
OK

vitamins and minerals (vitamin b12)
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.

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Common questions about Plant Bacon Smoky Sizzlers

Is Plant Bacon Smoky Sizzlers ultra-processed?

Yes — Plant Bacon Smoky Sizzlers by Vivera is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial flavour additives: 'natural flavourings', 'flavouring', and 'smoke flavourings'. These extracted/engineered flavouring agents are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods, even though the base is mainly hydrated soy protein.

Which ingredients in Plant Bacon Smoky Sizzlers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Plant Bacon Smoky Sizzlers as ultra-processed markers: natural flavourings, flavouring. 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.