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

The product combines refined sugars, glucose syrup, dextrine and pork gelatin with several industrial ingredients such as sorbitol (E420) for moisture retention and betanin (E162) for colour, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the high sugar content in these marshmallows affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 60.3 g of sugar per 100 g, the marshmallows can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making them unsuitable for diabetic meal plans, while the modest 0.02 g of salt is unlikely to impact hypertension but the overall high sugar load is still a concern for heart‑healthy diets.

Is the pork gelatin in this product a concern for people avoiding pork for religious or allergy reasons?

Yes, the marshmallows contain pork‑derived gelatin, which is not suitable for consumers who avoid pork for religious (e.g., halal, kosher) or dietary reasons, and it also poses an allergen risk for individuals sensitive to animal‑based gelatin.

Lidl • 300g

Marshmallows

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Marshmallows are a sugary snack classified under the PNNS groups 'Sugary snacks' and 'Sweets'. They carry a Nutri‑Score of E and belong to NOVA group 4, reflecting an ultra‑processed product with very high sugar (60.3 g per 100 g), very low fat (0.2 g) and low salt (0.02 g), and they contain pork gelatin as an allergen plus the additives E162 (betanin) and E420 (sorbitol). Despite the poor nutritional score, the product achieves an Eco‑Score of A, indicating a relatively low environmental impact.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal337 kcal

Fat0.2 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates80.3 g

Sugars60.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, these marshmallows contain more sugar but far less fat and salt.

Ingredients

CZ Marshmallow-pěnová cukrovinka s vanilkovou příchuti. Složení: glukózový sirup, cukr, pitná voda, dextróza, vepřová želatina, zvlhčující látka: sorbitol; aromata, barviva: betanin, kurkumin. Skladujte v suchu, chraňte před teplem a přímým slunečním zářením. Po otevření dobře uzavře zkonzumujte do 7 dnů. *Ilustrační foto SK Penová cukrovinka s vanilkov chuťou. JLXoundlo: sorbitoly

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