Why is Apricot Fruit Spread classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product includes added sugar, a gelling agent (pectin, listed as E440), and concentrated lemon juice, all of which are manufactured ingredients; the combination of these processed components places the spread in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar content of Apricot Fruit Spread affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 24.3 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetic meal plans, while its very low salt (0.02 g) is acceptable for hypertension but the high carbohydrate load may still impact overall blood pressure management.

Is Apricot Fruit Spread suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or other strict diets?

All listed ingredients, apricots, water, sugar, pectin, and lemon juice, are plant‑based and contain no gluten, so the spread fits vegan and gluten‑free diets, although the sugar may be refined with bone char in some regions and the high carbohydrate content means it is not keto‑friendly.

Maribel • 400 g

Apricot Fruit Spread

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Apricot Fruit Spread is a sweet, plant‑based spread classified under sugary snacks and commonly used as a breakfast topping. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and falls into NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature, with low fat (0.2 g) and salt (0.02 g) but a high sugar level of 24.3 g per 100 g and modest fiber (1.3 g) and protein (0.4 g). While it offers 50 % real apricot and contains no artificial flavors, the added sugars and processing reduce its overall nutritional quality.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal107 kcal

Fat0.2 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates24.5 g

Sugars24.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar fruit spreads, this apricot spread delivers roughly half the sugar (24.3 g vs 53.4 g), virtually no fat or salt, but also provides less fiber and protein than typical products.

Ingredients

50% abricots, eau, sucre, gélifiant: pectines; jus de citron concentré.

84%

35%

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