Why is Fruta y leche tropical classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from water, reconstituted skimmed milk powder, fruit juice concentrate and several industrial ingredients such as glucose‑fructose syrup, added sugar, citric acid (E330), sodium citrates (E331), pectin (E440) as a stabiliser, sucralose (E955) as a non‑nutritive sweetener and flavorings, which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar content in this product affect a diabetic diet?

With 4.8 g of sugars per 100 ml (about 9.6 g per 200 ml pack), the beverage provides a moderate amount of quickly absorbable carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose levels, so people with diabetes should limit its consumption and account for it within their total daily carbohydrate allowance.

Is the milk in this product a concern for lactose‑intolerant individuals?

Yes; the formula contains rehydrated skimmed milk powder, which retains lactose, making it unsuitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have a milk allergy.

Hacendado • 200ml

Fruta y leche tropical

Beverages

Product Insights

Fruta y leche tropical is a fruit‑and‑milk beverage marketed by Hacendado, classified in the artificially sweetened beverages group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D (score 9) and belongs to NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product; it is low in fat, saturated fat and salt but contains 4.8 g of sugars per 100 ml and added sweeteners such as sucralose. The drink provides a small amount of protein and fiber and includes vitamins A, C and E, yet the presence of glucose‑fructose syrup, added sugars and several additives (E330, E331, E440, E955) may be a drawback for health‑conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal22 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates4.9 g

Sugars4.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage in its category, this drink contains less sugar, no fat or saturated fat, and virtually no salt.

Ingredients

Agua, leche desnatada en polvo rehidratada (12%), zumo de frutas à partir de concentrado 7,2% (piña (4,5%), mango (2%), uva y manzana), jarabe de glucosa y fructosa, azúcar, estabilizante (pectina), correctores de acidez (ácido cítrico y citratos de sodio), edulcorante (sucralosa), vitaminas C, E, A y B-caroteno y aromas.

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