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ProActiv Original by Flora Food Group
Flora Food Group

ProActiv Original

Barcode 8719200230989
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — ProActiv Original is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes an emulsifier (lecithin) and added natural aromas/flavourings, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and flavor, meeting NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Clear, flavorless liquid used as a basic solvent and diluent in foods; essential in hydration and cooking.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower, flaxseed)
    Pure or refined oils extracted from plants like rapeseed, sunflower, and flaxseed; common culinary fats used for cooking and processing.
  • UPF
    plant sterol esters (9%) equivalent to plant sterols (5.4%)
    Industrially processed additives formed by esterification of plant sterols; used as functional ingredients to reduce cholesterol, often added to processed foods.
  • OK
    coconut oil
    Coconut oil, a fatty extract from coconuts used as a cooking oil or ingredient.
  • OK
    salt
    Common edible salt used for seasoning; the percentage indicates salt content in a product.
  • UPF
    emulsifier (lecithin)
    Emulsifier derived from lecithin (often soy or egg), used to stabilize mixtures.
  • UPF
    natural aromas
    Code for naturally derived flavor/aroma; used to impart scent/flavor in foods.
  • OK
    vitamins (a)
    Fat-soluble vitamin A added to foods as a nutrient fortification or supplement.
  • OK
    d (vitamin d)
    Vitamin D used as a fortifying nutrient in foods or supplements.

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Common questions about ProActiv Original

Is ProActiv Original ultra-processed?

Yes — ProActiv Original by Flora Food Group is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes an emulsifier (lecithin) and added natural aromas/flavourings, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and flavor, meeting NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in ProActiv Original are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in ProActiv Original as ultra-processed markers: plant sterol esters (9%) equivalent to plant sterols (5.4%), emulsifier (lecithin), natural aromas. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to ProActiv Original?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Spreadable Slightly Salted by Lurpak, Spreadable Lighter by Nordpak, Buttersoft by By sainsbury's. 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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