Why is Mermelada de naranja amarga classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the formulation includes added sugars, a glucose‑fructose syrup and three food‑grade additives – citric acid (E330) as an acidulant, ascorbic acid (E300) as an antioxidant, and potassium sorbate (E202) as a preservative – all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed products.

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

With 54 g of sugar per 100 g, the marmalade delivers a rapid increase in blood glucose; people managing diabetes should treat it as a high‑sugar food, limit portions to a small spoonful, and consider it a treat rather than a regular spread.

Is this marmalade suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or other strict diets?

The product is certified gluten‑free and contains no animal‑derived ingredients, so it fits a vegan diet, although the sugar may be processed with bone char in some regions; consumers following strict vegan standards should check the sugar source, while the lack of colorings and dairy makes it compatible with most other restrictive diets.

Hacendado • 440 g

Mermelada de naranja amarga

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The product is a bitter orange marmalade from Hacendado, sold in Mercadona, presented in a 440 g jar with a green‑dot label, gluten‑free and without added colorings. It belongs to the "Sugary snacks" PNNS group, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its high sugar content (54 g per 100 g) and the presence of several food additives. While it provides virtually no fat, saturated fat or salt and contains a modest 0.5 g of protein, its energy (234 kcal) and sugar load are high, making it a treat that should be consumed sparingly.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal234 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Sugars54 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for sweet spreads, this marmalade contains far less fat (0 g vs 10.5 g), saturated fat (0 g vs 7 g) and salt (0 g vs 0.36 g), but its sugar level (54 g) is slightly above the average 53.44 g, resulting in lower overall energy (234 kcal vs 373 kcal).

Ingredients

Naranja amarga, azúcar, jarabe de glucosa y fructosa, acidulante (ácido cítrico), antioxidante (ácido L-ascórbico), conservador (E202).

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