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

It receives a NOVA 4 rating because its ingredient list is dominated by refined cane sugar, concentrated fruit juice, and several added flavorings; the only listed additive is citric acid (E 330), used as an acidity regulator, alongside natural vanilla, raspberry and other flavor compounds.

How does the sugar content in this grenadine syrup affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 84 g of sugar per 100 ml, the syrup can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetic management, and although its salt is low, the excessive sugar can contribute to cardiovascular risk, so it should be consumed only in very small amounts or avoided in such diets.

Is this grenadine syrup suitable for strict diets such as vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

The product contains only plant‑derived ingredients (cane sugar, fruit juice, natural flavorings) and no gluten, so it is technically gluten‑free and may be acceptable for vegan and halal diets, but its very high sugar content disqualifies it from keto and makes it impractical for any low‑carb regimen.

Bio Village, Marque Repère • 60 cl

Sirop de grenadine au sucre de canne

Beverages

Product Insights

Grenadine syrup made with cane sugar, produced in France and sold in a 600 ml recyclable metal jug, carries the EU organic label and is marketed under the Bio Village and Marque Repère brands. Classified in the Beverages → Sweetened beverages group, it bears a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 rating, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature and an extremely high sugar content of 84 g per 100 ml. While it provides virtually no fat or salt and a modest amount of fiber, the overwhelming sugar load makes it a treat rather than a nutritional beverage.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal340 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates84 g

Sugars84 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweetened beverage (≈15.7 g sugar, 0.73 g fat, 0.35 g salt per 100 g), this grenadine syrup delivers about five times more sugar, similar fat, and markedly less salt.

Ingredients

Sucre de canne 63%, eau, jus de concentré 10% (fraise 5.1%, cassis 3.9%, baies de sureau 1%), acide citrique, arôme naturel de vanille, arôme naturel de framboise avec autres arômes naturels, arôme naturel.

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