Remedy

Kombucha

Barcode 9350271002649

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Yes — Kombucha is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial sweeteners and additives: erythritol (a refined sugar alcohol used as a flavour enhancer/sweetener), steviol glycosides (an extracted/intensively processed high-intensity sweetener), and multiple natural flavourings (blueberry, blackberry, strawberry, caramel), which are industrial flavouring agents. Presence of any of these ingredients is sufficient to make the product UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

kombucha (raw)

A fermented tea beverage made from carbonated water, sugar, black and green tea with a live kombucha culture. Used as a drink ingredient or base beverage.
UPF

erythritol (flavour enhancer)

Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and flavor modifier; a food additive often included to reduce calories.
OK

hibiscus tea

A tea infusion made from dried hibiscus flowers, commonly served as a tart, caffeine-free beverage.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
UPF

blueberry flavoring

A flavoring ingredient derived from natural blueberry sources or created to mimic blueberry taste; used to impart blueberry aroma and taste in foods.
UPF

blackberry flavoring

A flavoring ingredient derived from natural blackberry sources or created to mimic blackberry taste; used to impart blackberry aroma and taste in foods.
UPF

strawberry flavoring

A flavoring ingredient derived from natural strawberry sources or created to mimic strawberry taste; used to impart strawberry aroma and taste in foods.
UPF

natural caramel flavouring

Flavoring derived from caramel used to impart caramel notes; flavorings can be natural extracts and may include caramel color. Flavorings are considered UPF because they are extracted/isolated additives.
UPF

steviol glycosides (stevia)

A high-intensity non-nutritive sweetener extracted from the Stevia rebaudiana plant, used to sweeten products.

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Common questions about Kombucha

Is Kombucha ultra-processed?

Yes — Kombucha by Remedy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial sweeteners and additives: erythritol (a refined sugar alcohol used as a flavour enhancer/sweetener), steviol glycosides (an extracted/intensively processed high-intensity sweetener), and multiple natural flavourings (blueberry, blackberry, strawberry, caramel), which are industrial flavouring agents. Presence of any of these ingredients is sufficient to make the product UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Kombucha are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Kombucha as ultra-processed markers: erythritol (flavour enhancer), blueberry flavoring, blackberry flavoring, strawberry flavoring, natural caramel flavouring, steviol glycosides (stevia). 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.