Why is YoPro Blueberry yogurt classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The yogurt is rated NOVA 4 because it includes ingredients that are not found in traditional dairy, such as modified starch, a citric‑acid regulator (E330), pectin as a thickener (E440), artificial flavorings, and non‑nutritive sweeteners like acesulfame K and sucralose, all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in YoPro Blueberry yogurt affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With only 3.4 g of sugar and 0.09 g of salt per 100 g, the product provides a modest carbohydrate load and very low sodium, making it generally suitable for diabetic or hypertensive diets when consumed in moderation; the presence of non‑nutritive sweeteners further reduces its impact on blood glucose.

Is the milk in YoPro Blueberry yogurt a concern for individuals with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the yogurt contains skimmed milk, so it is not safe for anyone with a milk allergy. Although the formulation includes lactase enzyme, the product still contains intact milk proteins and lactose, so it may not be fully tolerant for those with severe lactose intolerance.

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YoPro Blueberry yogurt

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

YoPro Blueberry yogurt is a skim‑milk based, fruit‑flavored yogurt that belongs to the Milk and dairy products family (PNNS groups: Milk and dairy products; Milk and yogurt). It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its low fat (0.13 g), low saturated fat (0.13 g), low salt (0.09 g) and modest sugar (3.4 g) per 100 g, plus a high protein content of 9.4 g. However, the product also contains several additives, including modified starch, citric acid (E330), pectin (E440), flavorings, and non‑nutritive sweeteners such as acesulfame K and sucralose, making it an ultra‑processed item that may be a concern for consumers seeking minimally processed foods.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal54 kcal

Fat0.1 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates3.7 g

Sugars3.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average yogurt in its category, YoPro Blueberry yogurt delivers roughly half the sugar (3.4 g vs 7.5 g), less than 3 % of the typical fat content (0.13 g vs 5.97 g), and about one‑tenth the salt (0.09 g vs 1.03 g), while providing a higher protein level.

Ingredients

Обезмаслено мляко, боровинки 5%, модифициран нишесте, жива закваска, ензим (лактаза), регулатор на киселинност (лимонена киселина), сгъстител (пектини), аромати, подсладители (ацесулфам K, сукралоза), (магнезиев цитрат), фолиева киселина.

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