Why is Mediterráneo fruta + leche classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines natural fruit juices and milk powder with several industrial ingredients such as glucose‑fructose syrup, sucralose, pectin (E440), citric acid (E330) and sodium citrates (E331), which makes it qualify as ultra‑processed under the NOVA system.

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

With 4.2 g of sugars per 100 ml, the drink contributes a moderate amount of carbohydrates; people managing diabetes should limit portion size and account for these sugars within their total daily carbohydrate allowance.

Is the skimmed milk powder in this product a concern for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

Yes, the inclusion of rehydrated skimmed milk powder means the beverage contains dairy protein and lactose, making it unsuitable for individuals with milk allergy or lactose intolerance.

Hacendado • 330 ml

Mediterráneo fruta + leche

Beverages

Product Insights

Mediterráneo fruta + leche is a fruit‑and‑milk beverage marketed as a plant‑based drink but containing skimmed milk powder, placing it in the Beverages and Artificially Sweetened Beverages groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) due to several industrial ingredients and additives such as glucose‑fructose syrup, sucralose, pectin, citric acid and sodium citrates. While the drink is low in fat, saturated fat, salt and calories and provides about 31.7% fruit and vegetable content with added vitamins C, E and beta‑carotene, it offers limited protein and fiber and includes a milk allergen.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal19 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates4.3 g

Sugars4.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage, this drink contains markedly less sugar (4.2 g vs 5.69 g), fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, but it also provides far less protein and fiber than typical drinks.

Ingredients

Agua, zumo de frutas y zanahoria en proporción variable a partir de concentrado 20% (manzana, naranja, piña, mango, guayaba, papaya y zanahoria (1%), leche desnatada en polvo rehidratada (10%), jarabe de glucosa y fructosa, azúcar, estabilizante (pectina), correctores de acidez (ácido cítrico y citratos de sodio), edulcorante (sucralosa), vitaminas C, E y betacaroteno y aromas.

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