Why is POM'POTES Compotes Gourdes Multivariétés classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is rated NOVA 4 because the formulation includes processed components such as concentrated lemon juice, natural apple flavoring and the antioxidant E300 (ascorbic acid); E300 is the only listed additive.

How does the sugar content in this compote affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The compote contains around 10 g of natural sugar per 100 g, which can raise blood glucose levels and therefore requires portion control for diabetics; however, its salt level is only 0.01 g per 100 g, making it suitable for a low-sodium diet for hypertension.

Is this product suitable for strict vegan or gluten-free diets?

All listed ingredients are plant-derived and there are no gluten-containing cereals, so the compote can be considered vegan and gluten-free, although the natural flavorings are not fully disclosed and could theoretically contain hidden animal-derived components.

Materne, POM'POTES, Sans sucres ajoutés • 1080 g

POM'POTES Compotes Gourdes Multivariétés 12x90g

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

POM'POTES Compotes Gourdes Multivariétés are multi-fruit purées made primarily from apples, pears, bananas, strawberries and other fruits, classifying them in the Fruits and Vegetables (PNNS) category. The product carries a Nutri-Score of A and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra-processed status despite containing no added sugars, low fat, low salt, and modest energy (about 56 kcal per 100 g). Its drawbacks are the presence of natural fruit sugars (about 10 g per 100 g) and a small amount of the antioxidant additive E300 (ascorbic acid) along with natural flavorings, which may concern consumers seeking minimally processed foods.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal55 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars10 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average fruit-based dessert, which contains about 16.8 g of sugar, 0.71 g of fat, 0.21 g of salt and 94 kcal per 100 g, this compote provides roughly 10 g of sugar, less than 0.5 g of fat, under 0.1 g of salt and only about 56 kcal per 100 g.

Ingredients

Pomme : pomme origine France 99,7% (purée et purée concentrée), arôme naturel de pomme, jus de citron concentré (si nécessaire pour réguler l'acidité), antioxydant : acide ascorbique. Pomme Poire : pomme origine France 64,8 % (purée et purée concentrée), poire 35,0 %, jus de citron concentré (si nécessaire pour réguler l'acidité), antioxydant : acide ascorbique. Pomme Fraise : pomme origine France 77,9% (purée et purée concentrée), fraise 22,0 %, cassis, antioxydant : acide ascorbique. Pomme Banane Fraise : pomme origine France 69,9 %, banane 15,0%, fraise 15,0%, jus de citron concentré (si nécessaire pour réguler l'acidité), antioxydant : acide ascorbique.

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