Why is Badoit Bulles de Fruits classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The beverage is made from carbonated mineral water, concentrated fruit juice, added sugar, citric acid (E330) and a stevia‑derived sweetener (glycosides of steviol, E960), plus natural orange flavorings; the combination of refined ingredients, added sugars, and food‑grade additives places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.9 g of sugar and 0.06 g of salt per 100 ml, the drink adds modest carbohydrates and very little sodium, but the added sugars can still raise blood glucose levels, so people with diabetes should limit portion size, while the low salt makes it acceptable for most hypertension diets.

Is the orange ingredient in Badoit Bulles de Fruits a concern for individuals with orange allergy?

Yes, the formulation lists orange juice concentrate and orange extract, and the allergen information highlights orange, so anyone with an orange allergy should avoid this product.

Badoit, Evian • 1 l

Badoit bulles de Fruits

Beverages

Product Insights

Badoit Bulles de Fruits is a sparkling flavored water classified in the Beverages and Artificially sweetened beverages groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra-processed product with added sugars, citric acid and a stevia-based sweetener. While it is low in fat, saturated fat and salt, the presence of added sugars and multiple additives reduces its overall nutritional quality.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal14 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates2.9 g

Sugars2.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage, this drink contains about half the sugar (2.9 g vs 5.7 g per 100 g), less than half the fat (0.5 g vs 1.0 g) and dramatically less salt (0.06 g vs 1.06 g), while also providing only 14 kcal and 0.5 g protein per 100 ml.

Ingredients

Eau minérale naturelle gazéifiée de St Alban (88%), jus de fruits à base de concentré 9,5% (orange 5,1%, orange sanguine 3%, citron 1,4%), sucre (2,1%), acidifiant : acide citrique, arômes naturels d'orange et d'orange sanguine, concentré de carotte, extrait d'orange, édulcorant : glycosides de steviol.

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