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

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the base milk is pasteurised and the product includes several non‑natural ingredients such as raspberry puree, fruit extract, lemon concentrate, natural flavouring, and a stabiliser; the only listed additive is E440 (pectin) used as a stabiliser.

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

With 5 g of sugars and only 0.1 g of salt per 100 ml, the drink contributes a moderate amount of carbohydrate that can raise blood glucose and should be counted in a diabetic meal plan, while its low salt makes it generally acceptable for hypertension when consumed in moderation.

Is the apple ingredient in the fruit extract a potential allergen for sensitive consumers?

Yes, the product contains apple as part of the fruit extract, so people with an apple allergy should avoid this kefir.

Biotiful • 250 ml

Kefir (Raspberry)

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Kefir (Raspberry) is a fermented dairy drink made from pasteurised cow's milk, live kefir cultures and raspberry puree. It belongs to the Milk and dairy products (milk and yogurt) group, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, offering 3 g of protein per 100 ml but also containing 5 g of sugars, 2.7 g of fat (1.9 g saturated) and 0.1 g of salt. The probiotic cultures and modest protein are positive, yet the presence of added fruit extract, stabiliser (pectin), natural flavouring and a moderate sugar level make it a moderately processed beverage.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal65 kcal

Fat2.7 g

Saturated Fat1.9 g

Carbohydrates7.2 g

Sugars5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar fermented milk drinks, this raspberry kefir has roughly half the sugar (5 g vs 7.5 g), less than half the fat (2.7 g vs 6 g) and saturated fat (1.9 g vs 3.7 g), far lower salt (0.1 g vs 1 g), and provides slightly less protein (3 g vs 3.8 g) while delivering about 65 kcal versus 113 kcal per 100 g.

Ingredients

Pasteurised Cow's Milk (88%) fermented with Live Kefir Cultures, Raspber Puree (3%), Fruit Extract (Apple, Carob, Grape), Stabiliser (Pectin), Lemon Concentrate, Natural Flavouring. t Includes: Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus rhamnosus. For Allergens: See ingredients in bold. GB

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