Why is Pear‑vanilla flavored infusion classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled as NOVA 4 because it relies on processed flavorings rather than whole food ingredients; it lists pear flavoring, additional aromatic compounds, natural vanilla extract and a licorice component, all of which are manufactured additives that raise its processing level.

How does the presence of licorice and the hypertension warning affect people with high blood pressure?

Licorice can contain glycyrrhizin, a compound that may raise blood pressure by affecting sodium balance, so the product’s warning advises individuals with hypertension to limit consumption despite its zero‑salt and zero‑sugar profile.

Is this infusion suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or halal diets?

All listed ingredients are plant‑derived, making the blend inherently vegan and gluten‑free, but the flavoring agents are marked as ‘maybe’ for vegan status, so while it is likely acceptable for most vegan and halal consumers, certification cannot be guaranteed.

U • x25 37,5 g

Infusion saveur poire vanille

Beverages

Product Insights

Pear‑vanilla flavored infusion is a plant‑based herbal tea marketed by U and sold in French U supermarkets. According to the label it contains virtually no fat, sugar, salt or calories per 100 g, falls into the “Beverages – Teas and herbal teas” family, carries a NOVA 4 classification for ultra‑processed products and does not have an official Nutri‑Score. It earns an Eco‑Score of A thanks to FSC‑certified, French‑packaged materials, but the presence of pear flavoring, licorice and a warning for people with hypertension highlight potential health considerations.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal4 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage in its category, this infusion contains zero sugar, fat, salt and calories, far below the typical values of 5.24 g sugar, 0.81 g fat and 0.21 g salt per 100 g.

Ingredients

Feuilles d'oranger, arôme poire et autres arômes, églantier, tilleul 10%, réglisse*, extrait naturel vanille 0.5%. *contient de la réglisse. Les personnes souffrant d'hypertension doivent éviter toute consommation excessive.

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Infusion saveur poire vanille

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Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal4 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

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