Candy, Yogurt & Raisins

Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?

In our analysis, Candy, Yogurt & Raisins scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:

• Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
• Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
• Stabilizers & Gums (Gum Arabic): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
• Other Additives (Confectioner'S Glaze): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.

Within Candy, this product is more processed than about 32% of the 21,778 products we've analyzed.

Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.

What These Ingredients Tell Us

We group Candy, Yogurt & Raisins' ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.

Food AcidsProcessing indicator

In this product: Yogurt Coating [Sugar, Palm Kernel & Palm Oil, Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Whole & Nonfat Dry Milk, Butterfat Solids, Soy Lecithin (Emulsifier), Artificial Color, Whey Protein Solids, Reduced Mineral Whey Powder, Lactic Acid, Natural & Artificial Flavor, Lactose, Silicon Dioxide].

Common in both traditional and industrial foods.

Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator

In this product: Raisins W/Soybean Oil.

Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.

Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator

In this product: Sugar.

Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.

Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator

In this product: Salt.

Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.