Why is Professional Flavoured Chewing Gum classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The gum contains a refined gum base, added sugars or artificial sweeteners, flavoring agents, and often colorants or preservatives; these industrially manufactured components place it in the NOVA 4 category of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the high salt content in this gum affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The gum’s salt level translates to about 6 g of sodium per 100 g, which can raise blood pressure and counteract sodium‑restriction recommendations for hypertension, while its low caloric load has little impact on blood glucose but the sodium still poses a concern for both conditions.

Is this gum suitable for vegans, and does it contain any animal‑derived ingredients?

Most modern chewing gums use a synthetic gum base that is free of animal products, but without explicit labeling it cannot be guaranteed; consumers seeking a vegan guarantee should look for a certified vegan claim on the packaging.

WRIGLEYS Orbit • 64g | 46 pieces

Professional Flavoured Chewing Gum

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Professional Flavoured Chewing Gum by WRIGLEYS Orbit is a sugary snack classified in the Sugary snacks and Sweets groups. Each 2.8 g piece delivers 4 kcal, 2 g of carbohydrates and 0.17 g of salt, making it low in calories but very high in sodium when scaled to 100 g, and it is considered ultra‑processed (NOVA 4). While it provides a quick freshening effect, its high salt level and ultra‑processed nature limit its suitability for health‑focused diets.

Nutritional Values

Values per serving

Energy Kcal4 kcal

Carbohydrates2 g

Salt0.17 g

Sodium0.07 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this gum supplies about 71 g of carbohydrates per 100 g (slightly above the category average of 70 g) but its salt content is roughly 6 g per 100 g, far exceeding the typical 0.36 g, while its energy is only about 143 kcal versus 373 kcal.

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Professional Flavoured Chewing Gum

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Product Insights

Nutritional Values

Values per serving

Energy Kcal4 kcal

Carbohydrates2 g

Salt0.17 g

Sodium0.07 g

Comparative Analysis

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