Is Sainsbury's Strawberry, Raspberry & Cranberry Infusion ultra-processed?

Herbal teas in tea bags Sold in the United Kingdom and France

Yes, it's ultra-processed

Signs of ultra-processing in its ingredients:

Less processed isn't automatically healthier, so compare the labels for what matters to you, such as sugar or salt.

Ultra-processing Processing signs are highlighted

Hibiscus, Blackberry Leaves, Flavourings (ultra-processing marker), Apple, Rosehip, Apples, Strawberry 0.5%, Raspberry 0.5%, Cranberry 0.5%

As written on the pack

Hibiscus, Blackberry Leaves, Flavourings, Apple Pomace, Rosehip, Apples, Strawberry (0.5%), Raspberry (0.5%), Cranberry (0.5%).

Added to change how the food looks, feels or tastes, not to keep it safe. A hallmark of ultra-processed food.

Flavouring Flavourings are concentrated aroma preparations that add or intensify a taste.

From least to most processed, this one ranks 11th. 46% of the herbal teas in tea bags here are ultra-processed.

Ranked by NOVA group, then by the number of ultra-processing signs, additives and ingredients. Our ordering, not part of NOVA.

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