Why is Rich raspberry conserve classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The conserve includes refined added sugars (sugar and cane sugar) and a gelling agent (pectin, listed as additive E440); these industrial ingredients and the manufacturing steps place it in NOVA group 4.

How does the high sugar content of this raspberry conserve affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With about 57 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and add excess calories, which is unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while its low salt means it does not directly aggravate hypertension but the overall high sugar load is still a health concern.

Based on its ingredient list, is Rich raspberry conserve suitable for vegan or gluten‑free diets?

All listed components, raspberries, sugar, cane sugar, pectin and lemon‑juice concentrate, are plant‑derived and contain no gluten, making the spread compatible with both vegan and gluten‑free diets, although the exact source of the sugar is not explicitly labelled as vegan.

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Rich raspberry conserve

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The Rich raspberry conserve is a plant‑based sweet spread classified in the “Sugary snacks” and “Sweets” groups. It carries a NOVA 4 label, indicating an ultra‑processed product, and its Nutri‑Score is not provided, while its per‑100 g profile shows very low fat (≈0.7 g), modest fiber (2 g) and high sugars (≈57 g). Consequently it delivers quick energy but also a high sugar load, making it suitable as an occasional treat rather than a staple for low‑sugar diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Sugars

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars60.5 g

Fruits & Vegetables21.9 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar sweet spreads, the conserve provides far less fat (0.7 g vs 10.5 g) and lower energy (240 kcal vs 373 kcal), but its sugar content is higher (56.7 g vs 53.4 g) and fiber slightly below average (2 g vs 2.3 g).

Ingredients

SUGAR, RASPBERRIES, CANE SUGAR, of which status Fibre 2.0g, Protein S Lemon Juice Concentrate, Gelling Agent: Pectins. Energy 152196 of which sugan PREPARED WITH 50g OF FRUIT PER 100g. TOTAL SUGAR CONTENT 60g PER 100g. DIETARY ADVICE: Suitable for vegetarians. WARNING: Safety button pops when seal is broken. BEST BEFORE:See lid.

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