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

The product combines fermented milk cultures with a fruit preparation that includes added sugar, a modified‑starch blueberry puree and a natural flavor; these processed ingredients and the multiple formulation steps place it in the NOVA 4 category, even though no synthetic additives are listed.

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

With about 11 g of sugar per 100 g, the kefir can cause noticeable blood‑glucose spikes for people with diabetes, while its low salt (0.1 g) means it adds little to sodium intake for hypertension, but the overall calorie load should still be considered.

Is this kefir suitable for gluten‑free, lactose‑free, and vegan diets?

The beverage is declared gluten‑free and lactose‑free, but it contains dairy milk and live bacterial cultures, so it is not vegan and may not be appropriate for strict plant‑based diets.

milk • 150 g

Kefir mirtillo nero

Beverages

Product Insights

Kefir mirtillo nero is a lactose‑free, black‑blueberry flavored kefir sold in a 150 g jar, classified as a fermented dairy beverage. It belongs to the Sweetened beverages group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed item, with relatively high fat (4.1 g) and saturated fat (2.5 g) but low salt (0.1 g) and a protein content (3.6 g) above the average for its category. While it provides calcium and live cultures and is free from gluten, colorings and preservatives, it contains added sugars (≈11 g per 100 g) and a modified‑starch fruit puree, which diminish its nutritional profile.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal34 kcal

Fat4.1 g

Saturated Fat2.5 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars11 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweetened beverage, this kefir contains less sugar (11 g vs 15.71 g) and lower salt (0.1 g vs 0.35 g), but its fat (4.1 g), saturated fat (2.5 g) and energy (99 kcal) are markedly higher, while protein (3.6 g) exceeds the typical 1.06 g.

Ingredients

Kefir senza lattosio (con Lactococcus lactis, Lactococcus cremoris, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus helveticus, Lactobacillus lactis, Streptococcus thermophilus, Bifidobacterium lactis), preparazione di frutta 20% (mirtilli 35%, zucchero, purea di mirtilli 10% amido modificato, aroma naturale), zucchero

84%

35%

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