Why is Yaourt aux fruits : fraises et framboises classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is rated as NOVA 4 because it goes beyond simple dairy fermentation: it contains added sugars (sugar and glucose-fructose syrup), flavorings, thickeners such as pectin, guar gum and xanthan gum, concentrated elderberry juice, a preservative (potassium sorbate) and added lactic ferments, all of which are typical of ultra-processed foods.

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

With 16 g of sugar per 100 g, the yogurt can cause rapid blood glucose spikes, making it unsuitable as a regular choice for people managing diabetes, and the excess sugar contributes to higher calorie intake which may indirectly worsen hypertension; however, its low salt level does not add to blood pressure concerns.

Is the potassium sorbate preservative in this product a concern for people with specific allergies or sensitivities?

Potassium sorbate is widely considered safe and is approved for use in foods, but a small number of individuals may experience mild allergic reactions or sensitivity, so those with known sorbate intolerance should avoid it; for most consumers it presents minimal risk.

Malo • 4*125 g

Yaourt aux fruits : fraises et framboises

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Yaourt aux fruits : fraises et framboises is a strawberry and raspberry flavored yogurt made from partially skimmed pasteurised milk and contains real fruit pieces. It falls in the milk and dairy product group, carries a Nutri-Score of C (score 5) and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) because of added sugars, flavorings, thickeners and a preservative. While it provides 4.4 g of protein per 100 g and low fat, its sugar level of 16 g per 100 g far exceeds the average for similar dairy desserts and the presence of additives such as potassium sorbate, guar gum and xanthan gum may be a concern for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal99 kcal

Fat1.9 g

Saturated Fat1.2 g

Carbohydrates16 g

Sugars16 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy dessert, this yogurt has about double the sugar (16 g vs 7.5 g per 100 g) but lower fat, saturated fat and salt, and it offers slightly more protein (4.4 g vs 3.8 g per 100 g).

Ingredients

Lait partiellement écrémé pasteurisé (63%), lait concentré écrémé, sucre (8,5%), fraise (5,4%), framboise, (5,4%), sirop de glucose-fructose, epaississants: pectines, gomme guar et gomme xanthane, arômes, concentré de jus de sureau, conservateur: sorbate de potassium, ferments lactiques. Origine du lait: France

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