Vegetable Stock Drink

Barcode 96199701

Yes — Vegetable Stock Drink is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains glucose syrup, maltodextrin, flavouring, and natural flavouring, which are industrial additives and processed sugars according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

salt

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

vegetable stock (93%) (glucose syrup, water, concentrated carrot juice, sunflower oil, yeast extract, onion powder, maltodextrin, tomato powder, dried extracts from carrots, barley, sugar, celery, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, dried green peas, spinach, onion powder, dried potatoes, dried parsley, dried leeks, dried basil, dried rosemary, dried thyme, dried green beans, dried oregano, dried red pepper, salt, sugar, dried paprika, dried rosemary, dried thyme, flavouring, natural flavouring, dried garlic)
UPF

flavouring

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock Drink

Is Vegetable Stock Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock Drink is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains glucose syrup, maltodextrin, flavouring, and natural flavouring, which are industrial additives and processed sugars according to NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stock Drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Vegetable Stock Drink as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, natural 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.