Fruit muesli
Processing
4
Ultra-processed
Group 4 of 4 on the NOVA scale
Additives listed
2
0 we grade moderate or higher
Counted from the label, not by quantity
Sugars per 100g
27.60g
High
UK FSA front of pack threshold
Three separate readings, kept apart on purpose. This is not a score, and none of it says this product is harmful.
Additives (2)
This label lists 1 acidity regulator and 1 preservative.
E220
Sulphur dioxide and sulphites
Preservative
What it is. A preservative that stops browning and microbial growth.
Why it is used. Used in dried fruit, wine, some soft drinks and processed potato.
What the evidence says. Not a cancer concern, but a well established trigger for asthma symptoms and sensitivity in some people, which is why it is a declarable allergen. Clear, strong evidence, but the concern applies to a specific group rather than everyone.
Permitted, but must be declared on the label when above a small threshold because of the allergy risk.
Assessed against EFSA, UK FSA. Full entry for E220
E330
Citric acid
Acidity regulator
What it is. A mild acid found naturally in citrus fruit, made commercially by fermentation.
Why it is used. Adds tartness, balances flavour and helps preserve. One of the most used additives in food.
What the evidence says. Safe at food levels. No credible health concern for the additive itself.
Permitted freely.
Assessed against EFSA, JECFA. Full entry for E330
Ingredients
Oat flakes, wheat flakes, sultanas (12%), barley flakes, raisins (10%). TOASTED WHEAT FLAKES (10%) (wheat, barley malt extract), CHOPPED APRICOTS (5% ) (apricots, preservative sulphur dioxide). DRIED SWEETENED BANANA PIECES (4%) (banana, coconut oil, sugar, flavouring) DRIED SWEETENED CRANBERRIES (39%) (cranberries, sugar, sunflower oil). DRIED SWEETENED PAPAYA (3%) (papaya sugar, preservative sulphur dioxide) DRIED SWEETENED PINEAPPLE (3%) (SUgar pineapple, citric acid, preservative sulphur dioxide). sliced apple (3%)
As printed on the pack, in the producer's own order: ingredients are listed by weight, so what comes first is most of what is in it. E numbers link to their assessment where we have one.