Why is Sweet Potato Fries classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It contains modified starch, potato starch, rice flour, dextrin, raising agents (sodium carbonate and diphosphate), paprika extract and xanthan gum, all of which are industrially derived ingredients; the presence of multiple additives and processed starches places it in NOVA group 4.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 11 g of sugars per 100 g, the fries add a significant carbohydrate load that can spike blood glucose, making them unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while the 0.3 g of salt is relatively low and poses minimal risk for hypertension, though overall sodium intake from other sources should be considered.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

The product is certified vegan and gluten‑free, contains no animal‑derived or wheat ingredients, but its carbohydrate‑rich profile (21 g carbs, 11 g sugars) and inclusion of rice flour make it unsuitable for keto, and it does not carry a halal certification, so it may not meet halal requirements.

Lidl • 500 g

Süßkartoffel Pommes

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Sweet Potato Fries are a plant-based frozen snack made primarily of sweet potatoes (86%) and sunflower oil, classified under the PNNS groups "Cereals and potatoes" and "Potatoes". The product carries a Nutri-Score of C (score 4) and belongs to NOVA group 4, indicating it is ultra-processed, with a notably high sugar level of 11 g per 100 g and moderate fat (4.7 g) and low saturated fat (0.6 g). While it provides a good amount of fiber (3.7 g) and is vegan and gluten-free, the presence of multiple additives such as modified starch, raising agents and xanthan gum reduces its overall nutritional quality.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal141 kcal

Fat4.7 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates21 g

Sugars11 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for frozen fries, its sugar content is over five times higher while its fat and salt are notably lower.

Ingredients

86% Süßkartoffeln, 4% Sonnenblumenöl, modifizierte Stärke, Kartoffelstärke, Reismehl, Speisesalz, Dextrin, Backtriebmittel (Natriumcarbonate, Diphosphate), Paprikaextrakt, Stabilisator: Xanthan.

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