Why is Ice tea citron classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

NOVA 4 includes products made mostly from industrial ingredients and containing additives; Ice tea citron lists added sugars, fructose, citric acid, malic acid, sodium citrate, flavorings, ascorbic acid (antioxidant) and stevia‑derived glycosides, all of which place it in the ultra‑processed category.

How does the sugar and salt content in Ice tea citron affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

Each 100 ml provides 3 g of sugars, which can raise blood glucose and should be counted toward daily limits for diabetics, while the 0.03 g of salt is low and unlikely to impact blood pressure, though overall dietary salt intake must still be monitored.

Is the stevia‑derived sweetener in Ice tea citron a concern for people with allergies or for those seeking natural sweeteners?

Stevia glycosides are generally recognized as safe, have low allergenic potential, and are considered a natural low‑calorie sweetener, so they are suitable for most consumers, though rare sensitivities may occur.

Lipton • 330 ml

Ice tea citron

Beverages

Product Insights

Ice tea citron is a 330 ml Lipton lemon‑flavored iced tea sold in an aluminum can. It belongs to the Beverages and Tea‑based beverages groups, carries a Nutri‑Score of C, is classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, and its nutrition per 100 ml shows low fat (0.5 g), low saturated fat (0.1 g) and low salt (0.03 g) but a moderate 3 g of sugars. While the low fat and salt are a plus, the added sugars, artificial sweetener and several acidifiers keep the overall health rating modest, and the product receives an Eco‑Score of B indicating a fairly good environmental profile for its aluminum can packaging.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal13 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates3.1 g

Sugars3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage, Ice tea citron contains about 43% less sugar, 38% less fat, and 86% less salt per 100 ml.

Ingredients

Bebida refrigerante de extrato de chá com sumo de limão. Contém açúcares e edulcorante. Deve beber-se fresco. Bebida sem gás. Ingredientes: Chá ((água,extrato de chá preto) (4%)), açúcar, frutose, acidificantes (ácido cítrico, ácido málico), sumo de limão obtido a partir de um produto concentrado (0,1%), regulador de acidez (citratos de sódio), aromas, antioxidante (ácido ascórbico), edulcorante (glicosídeos de esteviol provenientes de estévia)

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