Why is the grenadine syrup classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The syrup is labeled NOVA 4 because it combines refined sugar, concentrated fruit extracts, and several added flavorings and acidifiers. Its additive list includes natural red‑fruit flavor, natural strawberry and vanilla flavorings, and citric acid (E330) as an acidity regulator.

How does the high sugar content of this grenadine syrup affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With 80 g of sugar per 100 ml, the syrup can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes, and its modest salt level does not offset the glycemic impact for hypertensive patients who should limit sugary drinks.

Is this grenadine syrup suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or kosher diets?

The product contains organic sugar, which may be processed with bone char, so vegan status is uncertain; however, it contains no gluten‑containing ingredients and no animal‑derived flavorings, making it generally acceptable for gluten‑free and many kosher diets, though verification of the sugar processing is recommended.

Carrefour BIO, Carrefour • 50 cl

Sirop de grenadine

Beverages

Product Insights

The Carrefour BIO Grenadine Syrup is an organic, flavored beverage belonging to the Sweetened beverages family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 classification, indicating a highly processed product with added sugars, natural flavorings, and citric acid. While it provides no fat or protein and has low salt, its sugar content is very high, making it a calorically dense sweetener.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal323 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates80 g

Sugars80 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweetened beverage, this grenadine syrup contains roughly five times more sugar (80 g vs 15.7 g per 100 ml) and over four times the calories, while its fat and salt are markedly lower.

Ingredients

Sucre*, eau, jus de fruits rouges à base de concentrés* 10% (cassis* 8,8%, fraise* 0,9%, sureau* 0,3%), arôme naturel de fruits rouges, acidifiant : acide citrique, arôme naturel de fraise, arôme naturel de vanille. *biologique.

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