Why is & Things Yollies Yogurt Lollies Strawberry Flavour classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The lollipop is labelled NOVA 4 because it includes multiple industrial ingredients such as dried glucose syrup, stabilisers (agar (E406), locust‑bean gum (E410), guar gum (E412)), citric acid (E330) and the red colour carmine (E120), all of which are added during manufacturing to achieve the desired texture and colour.

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

Each 100 g serving provides 12.1 g of sugars, which can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose and may be unsuitable for strict diabetic management; the salt level is low at 0.14 g, so it poses minimal risk for hypertension but should still be considered within the total daily sodium intake.

Is the carmine colourant used in this product a concern for vegans or people sensitive to food colourants?

Carmine (E120) is derived from cochineal insects, making the product non‑vegan, and it may trigger allergic reactions or sensitivities in individuals who react to red food colourants.

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& Things Yollies Yogurt Lollies Strawberry Flavour 4 x (100g)

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

The product is a pasteurised thickened yogurt lollipop flavored with strawberry, belonging to the "Milk and yogurt" PNNS group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed dessert with added sugars, stabilisers, and a carmine colour. While it provides 5.1 g of protein and modest fat, the sugar level of 12.1 g per 100 g is higher than typical dairy desserts, and the presence of milk makes it unsuitable for those with dairy allergies.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal174 kcal

Fat4.4 g

Saturated Fat2.8 g

Carbohydrates29 g

Sugars12.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy dessert, this yogurt lollipop contains about 62% more sugar (12.1 g vs 7.46 g), slightly less fat (4.4 g vs 5.97 g), and markedly lower salt (0.14 g vs 1.03 g).

Ingredients

Yogurt, Cream, Dried Glucose Syrup, Starch, Strawberry Puree from concentrate (4.1%), Whey Protein Concentrate (Milk), Inulin, Sugar, Stabilisers (Agar, Locust Bean Gum, Guar Gum), Calcium Phosphate, Natural Flavourings, Citric acid, Colour (Carmine), Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D. Allergen advice: For allergens see ingredients in bold. Pasteurised thickened yogurt lolly with fruit puree from concentrate. UK (NI NI 214 EC If

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