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

It falls into NOVA 4 because the product combines several processed ingredients, undergoes industrial fermentation and includes flavorings and starches, yet the label reports zero listed food additives, only natural flavourings and maize starch for texture.

How does the sugar and salt content of this Kefir affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 9.7 g of sugar per 100 g can raise blood glucose levels, making it less suitable for strict diabetic management, while the very low salt (0.1 g) is acceptable for hypertension, though the high sugar still limits its overall suitability.

Is the milk in this Kefir a concern for people with dairy allergies?

Yes, milk is the principal ingredient and is highlighted as an allergen on the label, so anyone with a cow‑milk allergy should avoid this product.

Yeo Valley Organic • 4x400g

Kefir

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Kefir is an organic fermented dairy drink made from milk cultured with live kefir strains and flavored with mango purée, passion‑fruit juice and a small amount of sugar. It belongs to the Milk and dairy products group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating it is an ultra‑processed product. While it is low in fat, saturated fat and salt and provides 4 g of protein per 100 g, it contains 9.7 g of sugars, which is higher than typical fermented dairy products, and includes no additives but does contain milk, a common allergen.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal81 kcal

Fat2 g

Saturated Fat1.3 g

Carbohydrates11.6 g

Sugars9.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar fermented dairy desserts, this Kefir contains more sugar (9.7 g vs 7.46 g per 100 g) but substantially less fat (2 g vs 5.97 g), saturated fat (1.3 g vs 3.71 g) and salt (0.1 g vs 1.03 g).

Ingredients

Organic MILK fermented with live kefir cultures, organic sugar (5%), organic mango purée (3.6%), organic passion fruit juice (1.5%), organic maize starch, organic concentrated lemon juice, natural flavourings. ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, see ingredients in BOLD. Suitable for vegetarians. Gluten free.

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