Why is Soya alternative to greek style yogurt classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from water, soy beans and a range of fortified ingredients, then subjected to industrial fermentation, thickening and fortification steps that qualify it as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4). The only listed additive is pectin (E440) used as a thickener; other ingredients such as tricalcium phosphate, iodine, vitamin D and vitamin B12 are added for mineral and vitamin enrichment.

How does the low sugar and almost negligible salt content of this soy yogurt affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 0 g of sugar and only 0.0002 g of salt per 100 g, the yogurt adds minimal carbohydrate load and virtually no sodium, making it suitable for blood‑glucose management and blood‑pressure control when consumed as part of a balanced diet.

Is the soy ingredient in this product a concern for people with soy allergies?

Yes, soy beans constitute 12 % of the formulation and are highlighted as a known allergen; anyone diagnosed with a soy allergy should avoid this yogurt.

Tesco • 400 g

Soya alternative to greek style yogurt

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Soya alternative to greek style yogurt is a plant‑based, fermented dessert classified within the Sugary snacks and Sweets pnns groups. It provides a low‑sugar, low‑salt profile with 3 g fat, 0.5 g saturated fat, 5.8 g protein, 0.8 g fiber and added calcium, vitamin D and B12 per 100 g, delivering only 52 kcal. Despite its Nutri‑Score A, the product is a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed item and contains the additive pectin (E440) along with mineral and vitamin fortifiers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal52 kcal

Fat3 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this soy yogurt contains virtually no sugar, only 3 g fat and 0.5 g saturated fat per 100 g versus 10.5 g and 7 g respectively, and delivers 5.8 g protein, more than double the typical 2.9 g, while providing just 52 kcal and 0.8 g fiber.

Ingredients

Water, Soya Bean (12%), Thickener (Pectin), Tricalcium Phosphate, lodine, Vitamin D, Bacterial Culture, Vitamin B12.

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Soya alternative to greek style yogurt

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal52 kcal

Fat3 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Ingredients

Water, Soya Bean (12%), Thickener (Pectin), Tricalcium Phosphate, lodine, Vitamin D, Bacterial Culture, Vitamin B12.

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