Why is CARROT & HONEY ROAST PARSNIP SOUP classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The soup is placed in NOVA group 3 because it contains several added ingredients such as vegetable oil, honey, cream, and butter and undergoes processing steps like cooking and blending; the only listed additive is E323, an anti‑foaming agent used to improve texture.

How does the sugar and salt content in this soup affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 3.5 g of sugars and 0.5 g of salt per 100 g, the soup provides modest carbohydrate and sodium levels that can fit into a controlled‑portion diabetic or low‑sodium plan, but portion size should be limited and the higher saturated fat (1.4 g) should be considered for heart‑healthy diets.

Is the milk‑derived cream in this soup a concern for people with milk allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes; the single cream contains cow’s milk, which is listed as a confirmed allergen, so the soup is unsuitable for anyone allergic to milk or who must avoid lactose, and it also means the product is not vegan.

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CARROT & HONEY ROAST PARSNIP SOUP

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

CARROT & HONEY ROAST PARSNIP SOUP is a ready‑to‑heat vegetable soup that falls under the Fruits and Vegetables and Soups groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 3, offering low salt (0.5 g per 100 g) and low sugars (3.5 g per 100 g) with a modest calorie count of 41 kcal, but it has higher saturated fat (1.4 g) than typical soups and provides limited protein and fibre. The product contains the dairy allergens single cream and butter, includes honey, and lists additive E323, making it unsuitable for vegans and those with milk allergies.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal41 kcal

Fat2.5 g

Saturated Fat1.4 g

Carbohydrates3.9 g

Sugars3.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average soups, this soup’s salt (0.5 g) and calories (41 kcal) are well below the category averages of 1.72 g salt and 89 kcal, while its saturated fat (1.4 g) exceeds the typical 0.87 g per 100 g.

Ingredients

Water, Chantenay Carrot (19%), Carrot (13%), Onion, Honey Past Parsnips (3.6%) (Parsnip, Honey, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower Rapeseed Salt, Black Pepper), British Single Cream (Cows Milk), British Butter (Cows Wilk, Honey, Ginger Purée, Cornflour, Salt, Garlic Purée, Thyme, White Pepper Allspice, Rosemary, Cinnamon, Nutmeg. !! B 349 10.2g 4.59 C 90g 2% 50g 6ig Allergy advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold Half of a pot counts as 1 of your 5 a-day: Aim for at least 5 different portions of fruit or veg adau E 323 751057

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