Why is Peach Slices in Light Syrup classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from whole peaches that are peeled, sliced, and then preserved in a light syrup with added sugar and glucose‑fructose syrup, a process that involves multiple steps such as blanching, cooking and canning; this level of processing places it in NOVA group 4. The only listed additive is citric acid (E330), used as an acidity regulator.

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

With 15.1 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic meal plans, while its low salt (0.05 g) means it does not significantly impact blood pressure for hypertensive individuals; however, overall sugar intake should still be limited.

Is Peach Slices in Light Syrup suitable for a vegan diet?

All listed ingredients, peaches, water, sugar, glucose‑fructose syrup and citric acid, are plant‑derived, and the product carries no animal‑based additives, so it is considered vegan, although the exact source of the refined sugar is not specified.

Summer Pride • 411g

Peach Slices in Light Syrup

Plant Based Foods And Beverages

Product Insights

Peach Slices in Light Syrup, produced by Summer Pride, are a plant-based canned fruit dessert that combines peach pieces with water, sugar, glucose-fructose syrup and citric acid. Classified in the fruit and vegetable category of the PNNS, it earns a Nutri-Score of C and falls into NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra-processed product with added sugars (15.1 g per 100 g) and the additive citric acid (E330). The snack is very low in fat, saturated fat and salt, but its high sugar content means it should be enjoyed in moderation, particularly by people managing blood-glucose or calorie intake.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal65 kcal

Fat0.1 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates15.1 g

Sugars15.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the typical canned fruit average, this product contains notably higher sugar (15.1 g vs 10.1 g per 100 g) while delivering very low fat (0.1 g vs 12.2 g), saturated fat (0 g vs 2.95 g), salt (0.05 g vs 1.14 g) and energy (65 kcal vs 249 kcal).

Ingredients

Peaches, Water, Sugar, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid).

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