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Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise by Hellmann's
Hellmann's

Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise

Barcode 8722700479499
Scanned  32  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA-classified ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including modified corn starch, potassium sorbate (in egg preservative), flavourings (contain milk), thickener (xanthan gum), and colour (carotenes). These are industrial formulations and cosmetic additives not used in home cooking.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • 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
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    egg & egg preservative (potassium sorbate)
  • UPF
    flavourings
    A generic mixture of flavorings, including dairy ingredients.
  • OK
    lemon juice concentrate
    Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
  • OK
    yolk (4%)
  • 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.
  • UPF
    xanthan gum
    A fermented polysaccharide thickener used as a food additive to improve texture.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    colour (carotenes). gluten free

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Common questions about Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise

Is Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise by Hellmann's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA-classified ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including modified corn starch, potassium sorbate (in egg preservative), flavourings (contain milk), thickener (xanthan gum), and colour (carotenes). These are industrial formulations and cosmetic additives not used in home cooking.

Which ingredients in Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, flavourings, xanthan gum. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Lighter Than 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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