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

The shake is assigned to NOVA group 4 because it combines many industrially derived ingredients such as pea protein isolate, rapeseed oil, medium‑chain triglyceride powder, and soluble vegetable fibre, and it includes additives listed as E322 (lecithin), E418 (gellan gum) and E960a (steviol glycosides) together with natural flavourings, all of which are hallmarks of ultra‑processed foods.

How do the sugar and salt levels in this shake affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

Each 500 ml serving provides 5.4 g of sugars (≈1.1 g per 100 ml), which is low compared with many ready‑to‑drink meals, so it adds only modest carbohydrate load for diabetics when consumed in moderation; the salt content is 0.45 g per serving (0.09 g per 100 ml), well below typical thresholds, making it generally suitable for hypertensive diets if overall daily sodium intake is managed.

Is Strawberries & Cream suitable for strict vegan, gluten‑free, and kosher diets?

Yes, the product is formulated without animal‑derived ingredients, is certified gluten‑free, and bears kosher certification from the London Beth Din; the only noted allergen is a trace of mustard, which may be relevant for individuals with mustard sensitivity.

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Strawberries & Cream

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Product Insights

Strawberries & Cream is a ready‑to‑drink, low‑calorie meal‑replacement shake marketed as nutritionally complete. It carries a Nutri‑Score A and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting an ultra‑processed formulation that includes additives such as lecithin (E322), gellan gum (E418) and steviol glycosides (E960a) together with natural flavourings. Nutritionally it provides 22 g of protein, 5.4 g of sugars and 0.45 g of salt per 500 ml serving, offering lower sugar, fat and salt than typical meal‑replacement averages, though the additives and a trace mustard allergen are potential drawbacks.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal80 kcal

Fat3.6 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Monounsaturated Fat7.3 g

Polyunsaturated Fat5.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average meal‑replacement product (per 100 g), this shake contains roughly one‑third the sugar (1.1 g vs 3.6 g), about 40 % less fat (3.6 g vs 5.9 g) and almost no salt (0.09 g vs 3.6 g), while delivering 22 g of protein per 500 ml serving, making it a lower‑sugar, lower‑fat option with a solid protein boost.

Ingredients

Water, Pea Protein, Tapioca Starch, Gluten-Free Oat Flour, Rapeseed Oil, Ground Flaxseed, Medium-Chain Triglyceride Powder (from Coconut), Natural Flavourings, Soluble Vegetable Fibre (Chicory, Corn), Micronutrient Blend (Minerals (Potassium (as Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride), Chloride, Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate), Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate), Phosphorus (as Magnesium Phosphate), Copper (as Copper Gluconate), Zinc (as Zinc Oxide), Iodine (as Potassium Iodide), Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate)), Vitamins (Vitamin C (as L-Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin K (K2, as Menaquinone-7), Vitamin E (as D-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate), Vitamin A (as Retinyl Acetate), Niacin (as Niacinamide), Vitamin D (D2, as Ergocalciferol), Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin), Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium-D-Pantothenate), Biotin (as D-Biotin), Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B2 (as Riboflavin), Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine Mononitrate), Folate (as Calcium-L Methylfolate)), Choline), Beetroot and Carrot Extract, Coconut Sugar, Hemp Seed Protein, Emulsifier: Sunflower Lecithin, Sweetener: Steviol Glycosides from Stevia, Thickener: Gellan Gum. Allergy advice: For allergens see ingredients in bold. May contain mustard. We recommend one serving a day if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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