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

The gum is made from refined ingredients and multiple isolated food additives, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category; its additive list includes sorbitol, xylitol, gum arabic, glycerin, calcium phosphate, soy lecithin, aspartame, mannitol, acesulfam K, carnauba wax, the antioxidant BHA and the colourant E133.

How does the high polyol (sugar‑alcohol) content affect digestive health, especially for people sensitive to sorbitol or xylitol?

Polyols are poorly absorbed in the gut and can draw water into the intestines, so consuming large amounts of sorbitol or xylitol may cause bloating, gas, abdominal cramps or a laxative effect, particularly in individuals who are sensitive to these sugar‑alcohols.

Is soy lecithin in this gum a concern for individuals with soy allergy?

Yes, soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and is listed as an allergen; people with a confirmed soy allergy should avoid this gum to prevent allergic reactions.

Wrigley's • 1pcs

Extra fresh professional

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Extra Fresh Professional is a sugar‑free chewing gum from the Wrigley brand, classified as a sugary snack in the PNNS groups. It is an ultra‑processed product (NOVA 4) that contains zero sugars, fat and salt, but provides 146 kcal per 100 g mainly from 61 g of polyol sweeteners such as sorbitol and xylitol, and includes several additives like BHA, carnauba wax and soy lecithin. While it offers a low‑fat, low‑salt profile suitable for those avoiding sugar, the high polyol content may cause digestive discomfort and the presence of soy and synthetic additives may be a concern for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal146 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates61 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this gum contains no sugar, no fat, and no salt, and delivers only a third of the typical energy (146 kcal vs 373 kcal per 100 g) while providing 61 g of carbohydrates, primarily from polyol sweeteners.

Ingredients

SÜSSUNGSMITTEL (SORBIT), KAUMASSE, SÜSSUNGSMITTEL (XYLIT), VERDICKUNGSMITTEL (GUMMI ARABICUM), FEUCHTHALTEMITTEL (GLYCERIN), AROMEN FULLSTOFF (CALCIUMPHOSPHATE), EMULGATOR (SOJALECITHIN), SÜSSUNGSMITTEL (ASPARTAM, MANNIT, ACESULFAM K), ÜBERZUGSMITTEL (CARNAUBAWACHS), ANTIOXIDATIONSMITTEL (BHA), FARBSTOFF (E133)

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