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

The jam is labeled NOVA 4 because its formulation relies on refined sugar, concentrated lemon juice and pectin, all of which require industrial processing; the only declared additive is pectin (E440), used as a gelling agent.

How does the sugar content in this blueberry jam affect a diabetic diet?

With 57 g of sugar per 100 g, the jam can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic meal plans unless consumed in very small portions and accounted for in carbohydrate counting.

Is this jam suitable for a vegan diet?

All listed ingredients – sugar, blueberries, lemon juice and pectin – are plant‑based, and the product is labeled "maybe‑vegan" because the origin of the sugar is not fully disclosed; most vegans consider it acceptable, but those requiring verified vegan sourcing should check the sugar source.

U • 370 g

Confiture de myrtilles 370g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Confiture de myrtilles is a blueberry jam made with sugar, blueberries, concentrated lemon juice and pectin, sold in a glass jar. It belongs to the Sugary snacks group, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting its very high added‑sugar content (≈57 g per 100 g) and minimal protein and fat. While it provides a modest amount of fiber (2.5 g/100 g) and an estimated 28 % fruit component, the overall profile is high in sugars and low in essential nutrients, so consumption should be limited.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal249 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates60 g

Sugars57 g

Comparative Analysis

It contains more sugar than the average jam (57 g vs 53.44 g per 100 g) but far less fat, saturated fat and salt, resulting in a lower overall calorie value.

Ingredients

Sucre, myrtilles, jus de citron concentré, gélifiant : pectines. Préparée avec 50g de fruits pour 100g de produit fini. Origines : Sucre France. Myrtille UE/non UE.

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