Why is Creamy Peanut Butter classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is rated NOVA 4 because it undergoes multiple industrial steps and includes added ingredients such as sugar, hydrogenated vegetable oil (rapeseed and soybean), salt and molasses, all of which are classified as processed additives rather than simple whole foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in Creamy Peanut Butter affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 12.5 g of sugar and 0.94 g of salt per 100 g, the spread can raise blood glucose levels quickly for diabetics and contribute to higher sodium intake for people with hypertension, so it should be consumed sparingly or avoided in strict medical diets.

Is Creamy Peanut Butter suitable for vegan, keto or gluten‑free diets?

The spread is vegan and gluten‑free because it contains only plant‑derived ingredients, but it is not keto‑friendly due to its high carbohydrate (≈25 g carbs per 100 g) and sugar content.

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Creamy Peanut Butter

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Product Insights

Creamy Peanut Butter is a plant‑based spread belonging to the Legumes group, made mainly from roasted peanuts, added sugar, hydrogenated vegetable oil (rapeseed and soybean) and salt. It earns a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with added sugars, hydrogenated fats and salt. While it provides 7 g of protein and 2 g of fiber per serving, it is also high in total fat (46.9 g/100 g), saturated fat (9.4 g/100 g) and calories (≈594 kcal/100 g), which may offset its protein benefit.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal594 kcal

Fat46.9 g

Saturated Fat9.4 g

Trans Fat0 g

Cholesterol0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average spread (≈15 g fat, 2.8 g saturated fat, 4 g sugars and 263 kcal per 100 g), this peanut butter contains about three times more fat, over three times more saturated fat, three times more sugar and more than double the calories, while its salt level is actually lower than the category average.

Ingredients

ROASTED PEANUTS SUGAR, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE Oil (RAPESEED, soybean) salt molasses. contains peanuts and soy

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