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Happy Go Clucky by The Vegetarian Butcher
The Vegetarian Butcher

Happy Go Clucky

Barcode 8720182102201
Scanned  14  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Happy Go Clucky is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed. It contains several NOVA UPF indicators: yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), dextrose (an industrial refined sugar), methyl cellulose (a synthetic thickener), “natural flavourings” (industrial flavoring agents), and wheat/vegetable starches used as texturizers rather than basic flours. The presence of these industrial additives and refined ingredients classifies the product as an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    plant structure (50%) [water
  • UPF
    soy protein
    A plant-based protein derived from soybeans, often processed into isolates or textured forms for fortification or meat analogues.
  • OK
    wheat gluten
    Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
  • OK
    potato starch]
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower)
    A blend of vegetable oils derived from rapeseed and sunflower seeds, commonly used for cooking and frying.
  • OK
    fibres (bamboo, psyllium husk, oat)
  • OK
    tapioca starch
    Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
  • OK
    wheat starch
    Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
  • OK
    thickener (methyl cellulose)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    natural flavourings
    Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • OK
    acidity regulator (potassium acetate)
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • OK
    raising agents (diphosphates, sodium carbonate)
  • OK
    spirit vinegar
    A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • UPF
    citric acid
    A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
  • OK
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • OK
    spice extracts (contains celery)
  • OK
    lovage
    A leafy herb used for its celery-like flavor in soups, stews, and sauces.
  • OK
    herb extracts
    Concentrated flavoring derived from herbs, used to impart herbaceous notes in foods.
  • OK
    iron (ferric pyrophosphate). vitamin b12

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Common questions about Happy Go Clucky

Is Happy Go Clucky ultra-processed?

Yes — Happy Go Clucky by The Vegetarian Butcher is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed. It contains several NOVA UPF indicators: yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), dextrose (an industrial refined sugar), methyl cellulose (a synthetic thickener), “natural flavourings” (industrial flavoring agents), and wheat/vegetable starches used as texturizers rather than basic flours. The presence of these industrial additives and refined ingredients classifies the product as an ultra-processed food.

Which ingredients in Happy Go Clucky are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Happy Go Clucky as ultra-processed markers: soy protein, natural flavourings, yeast extract, dextrose, citric acid. 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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