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

The product is made from water, fructose syrup, citric acid (E330), natural flavorings, a vitamin complex and trace minerals, all of which are industrially derived or heavily refined; these ingredients, plus the presence of added sugars, place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar content in Reload lemon&lime affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 4 g of sugars per 100 ml, the drink contributes a moderate amount of carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose levels, so people with diabetes should limit intake; it contains no added salt, so it does not directly impact blood pressure, but overall sugar consumption should still be monitored for heart‑health reasons.

Is Reload lemon&lime suitable for vegan, gluten‑free and other strict diets?

All listed ingredients are plant‑based, and the product contains no animal derivatives, gluten‑containing grains or common allergens, making it compatible with vegan, gluten‑free, halal and many other restrictive dietary regimes.

Focus Water • 500 ml

Reload lemon&lime

Beverages

Product Insights

Reload lemon&lime is a 500 ml Swiss‑made isotonic water flavored with lemon and lime, positioned in the sweetened‑beverages segment of the PNNS classification. It carries a Nutri‑Score of A and a NOVA 4 rating, reflecting its very low fat, salt and saturated‑fat content but also its classification as ultra‑processed due to added fructose syrup, citric acid (E330), natural flavorings and a blend of vitamins. The drink provides 4 g of sugars and 17 kcal per 100 ml, includes added vitamins and minerals, and is marketed as vegan, preservative‑free and without added sweeteners, though the presence of added sugars makes it a moderate source of carbohydrates.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal17 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates4 g

Sugars4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweetened beverage, Reload lemon&lime contains only 4 g of sugars per 100 ml versus 15.7 g on average, and supplies just 17 kcal compared with 81 kcal, while delivering zero fat, salt and saturated fat.

Ingredients

Eau, sirop de fructose, acidifiant (acide citrique), arômes naturels, vitamines (B3, B5, B6, B7, B12, D, E), magnésium, sélénium, zinc.

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