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

It is labeled NOVA 4 because its formulation relies heavily on refined ingredients such as sugar, modified tapioca starch and spirit vinegar, and includes a colour additive (paprika extract); these processed components place it in the ultra‑processed category.

How does the high sugar content in Sweet Chilli Sauce affect a diabetic diet?

With roughly 46.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the sauce can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, so it is generally unsuitable for people managing diabetes and should be limited or avoided.

Is the chilli in Sweet Chilli Sauce a concern for people with a spicy intolerance or gastrointestinal issues?

The sauce contains about 6 % chilli, which provides noticeable heat; individuals sensitive to capsaicin or prone to heartburn may experience irritation and should use the product cautiously or choose a milder alternative.

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Sweet Chilli Sauce

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sweet Chilli Sauce is a condiment belonging to the Fat and sauces group, offered by Waitrose and certified vegan and vegetarian. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with refined sugar, modified tapioca starch and a colour extract. While it is low in fat and saturated fat, it contains very high sugars (≈46.8 g per 100 g) and moderate salt (≈1.3 g), making it a sweet, high‑calorie sauce best used sparingly.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy854 kJ

Saturated Fat0 g

Sugars46.8 g

Fiber0.3 g

Salt1.29 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average hot‑sauce, Sweet Chilli Sauce has about four times more sugar (≈46.8 g vs 10.9 g per 100 g), far less fat (0.37 g vs 12 g) and about a quarter of the average salt level (1.3 g vs 5 g).

Ingredients

Sugar, water, spirit vinegar, chilli (6%), garlic, salt, modified tapioca starch, sunflower oil, colour (paprika extract) ALLERGY ADVICE: May contain sesame

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