Why is Peach slices in light syrup classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is classified as NOVA 3 because the peaches are peeled, sliced, cooked and packed in added syrup, a process that involves several manufacturing steps; its only listed additive is citric acid (E330) used as an acidity regulator, alongside added sugar.

How does the sugar content in Peach slices in light syrup affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 14.1 g of sugars per 100 g, the snack can raise blood glucose levels and should be limited for people with diabetes, while its zero salt content does not directly impact blood pressure but the high sugar still makes it unsuitable as a regular choice for hypertensive diets.

Is Peach slices in light syrup suitable for vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free diets?

The ingredient list (peach slices, water, sugar, citric acid) contains no animal‑derived components, making it technically vegan, halal and naturally gluten‑free, but the relatively high sugar content and lack of fat render it incompatible with keto diet guidelines.

Lidl • 410g

Peach slices in light syrup

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

Peach slices in light syrup is a canned fruit dessert marketed by Lidl, belonging to the plant-based foods and canned fruits category. It falls under the PNNS groups "Fruits and vegetables" and "Fruits", carries a Nutri-Score of C and a NOVA rating of 3, offering 60 kcal, 0 g fat, 0 g salt and 14.1 g sugars per 100 g, with modest fiber (0.67 g) and protein (0.53 g). The product is low in fat, saturated fat and sodium, but its sugar level is relatively high and it provides little fiber and protein, reflecting its status as a processed fruit snack.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal60 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates14.1 g

Sugars14.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical canned fruit desserts, it contains no fat or salt and only 60 kcal per 100 g, but its fiber and protein are below the category averages, while sugar, though lower than the average 16.8 g, remains relatively high.

Ingredients

Ingredients Peach Slices, Water, Sugar, Acidity Regulator, Citric Acid

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240g

Peach Slices in Syrup

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411 g