Why is Confiture de figues violettes classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It contains added refined sugars, a concentrated lemon juice concentrate and the food-grade gelling agent E440 (fruit pectin), which go beyond simple fruit preparation and result in a NOVA 4 classification.

How does the high sugar content of this jam affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 59 g of sugars per 100 g, the jam can cause rapid blood glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, and although its salt is low, the excess sugar adds calories and may indirectly worsen hypertension if consumed in large amounts.

Is the fruit pectin used as a gelling agent suitable for vegans and people with common food allergies?

Fruit pectin (E440) is derived from plant cell walls, contains no animal ingredients and is free of common allergens such as gluten, nuts or dairy, making it compatible with a vegan diet and safe for most allergy-sensitive consumers.

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Confiture de figues violettes

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Confiture de figues violettes is a plant-based sweet spread classified as a sugary snack, featuring approximately 60% violet figs and flavored with cane brown sugar, concentrated lemon juice and fruit pectin. With a Nutri-Score of D and a NOVA 4 rating, the jam is high in sugars (about 59 g per 100 g) while providing virtually no fat or salt, which contributes to its low-fat and low-salt profile but also to its poor overall nutritional rating. The product is packaged in a recyclable glass jar with a metal lid and earns an Eco-Score of B, indicating a relatively favorable environmental impact despite its ultra-processed nature.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal242 kcal

Fat0.2 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates59 g

Sugars59 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average jam, this violet-fig spread contains about 59 g of sugar per 100 g, roughly 11% more than the category average, while its fat (near zero) and salt (low) are far lower than typical values.

Ingredients

Figues violettes, sucre, sucre roux de canne, jus de citrons concentré, gélifiant : pectine de fruits

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