Kirkland Signature Unsweetened Almond

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Why this score

• Ultra-processed (NOVA 4)Ultra-processed per the NOVA classification — −1.5, never below 7 on this rule alone.
• Low sugar, sat fat & saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: all three low (+0.3).

Ingredients (14)

• 8Almond base waterMinimally processed plant-based beverage, good protein and nutrient source
• 10AlmondsWhole food, excellent source of protein, healthy fats, minerals.
• 8Calcium CarbonateMineral nutrient; provides bioavailable calcium; natural source.
• 6Sea saltMinimally processed mineral source; contains trace minerals alongside sodium.
• 6Sunflower LecithinNatural emulsifier; improves texture and shelf-life.
• 7Locust Bean GumNatural legume-derived thickener; minimal processing; generally recognized safe.
• 6Guar GumNatural thickener from guar beans; generally safe but may cause digestive upset.
• 5gellan gumMicrobial polysaccharide thickener; generally recognized safe but highly processed.
• 7DL-alpha tocopheryl acetate (Vitamin E)Synthetic vitamin E form, effective but less bioavailable than natural
• 8Zinc gluconateBioavailable zinc supplement form, supports immune and metabolic function
• 8Vitamin A palmitateFat-soluble vitamin A; synthetic form; safe at fortification levels.
• 8Ergocalciferol Vitamin D2Essential micronutrient, supports bone and immune health
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential nutrient, supports energy metabolism safely
• 8Cyanocobalamin vitamin B12Synthetic B12 form; highly bioavailable; essential for nerve function

Allergens

Contains: tree nuts

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.