Why is caramelos fruta classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The candy is made from industrial ingredients such as glucose syrup, refined sugar, certified palm oil, sorbitol, citric acid, emulsifiers (lecithins) and color‑extracts, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods; the only listed additive is sorbitol (E420).

How does the high sugar content in caramelos fruta affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 60.4 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes, while its very low salt (0.02 g) does not pose a particular risk for hypertension.

Is the gelatin used in caramelos fruta a concern for vegetarians or people avoiding pork?

Yes; the gelatin is derived from pork, so the candy is not vegetarian, vegan, or suitable for anyone who excludes pork for dietary or religious reasons.

Sugarland • 500g

caramelos fruta

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The product 'caramelos fruta' is a fruit‑flavoured candy classified in the sugary snacks family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and belongs to NOVA group 4, reflecting an ultra‑processed formulation that delivers very high sugar (60.4 g per 100 g) and moderate fat (7.1 g), while its salt content is low. The ingredients list includes palm oil, gelatin (derived from pork) and the additive sorbitol (E420), making it unsuitable for vegans and a high‑sugar indulgence rather than a nutrient‑dense option.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal403 kcal

Fat7.1 g

Saturated Fat3.8 g

Carbohydrates83.1 g

Sugars60.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, caramelos fruta contains more sugar (60.4 g vs 53.44 g) and more carbohydrates (83.1 g vs 69.87 g), but its fat (7.1 g) and saturated fat (3.8 g) are lower than the category averages of 10.5 g and 7.0 g respectively.

Ingredients

ES Surtido de caramelos blar dos con sabor a frutas. Ingredientes: azúcar, jarabe de glucosa, grasa de palma sostenible certificada, humectante: sorbitoles; gelatina (cerdo), acidulante: ácido cítrico; 1,1% zumo de frutas concentrado (naranja, fresas, limón, frambuesas, cere ácida), emulgente: lecitinas; aroma natural, concentrados vegetales con efecto colorante (grosella negra, pimiento, zanahoria, calabaza, manzana), aroma natural de naranja. *Contiene aceite de palma RSPO (SG): 4-0508-14-100-00. Puede lugar seco y protegido contener trazas de leche. Conservar en un del calor. PT Sortido de caramelos de frutos. Ingredientes: açúcar, xarope de glicose, gordura de palma sustentável certificada, humidificante: sorbitol: gelatina (porco), acidificante: ácido cítrico; 1,1% sumos de frutos concentrados (laranja, morango, limão, framboesa, ginja), emulsionante: lecitinas; aroma natural, concentrados vegetais (groselha-negra, pimento, cenoura, abóbora, maça), aroma natural de laranja. Pode conter vestígios de leite. Conservar em local seco e fresco. Contains RSPO certified palm oil (SG), 4-0508-14-100-00 3/000 DL Información nutricional/ Valores nutricionais médio - 170639158 - Valor energético/Energia Grasas/Lípidos de las cuales, saturadas/dos quais saturados Hidratos de carbono/Hidratos de carbono de los cuales, azúcares/dos quais eucares Fibra alimentaria/Fibra Proteínas/Proteínas Sal/Sal Peso neto:/ Peso líquido: 500 g e 77 Unidades 706 kJ/4.04 k 7.19 3,89 83.29 60,59 Og 1,4g 0,02 g

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