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

The drink is labeled NOVA 4 because it undergoes industrial processes such as carbonation, fermentation with added cultures, and the inclusion of non‑nutritive sweeteners and flavourings; its additives include erythritol (E968), steviol glycosides (E960), citric acid (E330) and natural flavour extracts.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 0 g of sugars and only 0.001 g of salt per 100 ml, the kombucha provides a very low glycaemic and sodium load, making it generally safe for diabetics and those monitoring blood pressure, though it does contain 0.2 g of carbohydrates that should still be counted.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets such as vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

The formula contains no animal‑derived ingredients and is free of gluten, so it is likely vegan, keto‑friendly and gluten‑free, while the lack of explicit halal certification means it cannot be confirmed as halal despite the absence of prohibited substances.

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Kombucha

Beverages

Product Insights

Kombucha is a sparkling, tea‑based fermented beverage that falls under the "Beverages" and "Artificially sweetened beverages" PNNS groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group, reflecting the presence of non‑nutritive sweeteners and additives such as erythritol (E968), steviol glycosides (E960) and citric acid (E330). Nutritionally it is virtually free of fat, saturated fat, sugars and salt, provides only 2 kcal per 100 ml, and contains live cultures, but the overall processing level tempers these benefits.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars0 g

Fruits & Vegetables0.6 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage, this kombucha contains virtually no sugar, fat, or salt and delivers only 2 kcal per 100 ml versus about 70 kcal, making its macronutrient profile markedly lower than typical drinks.

Ingredients

Sparkling water, naturally fermented kombucha (purified water, oolong tea, sugar, kombucha cultures), natural flavours (erythritol, elderflower, lemon) natural sweetener (steviol glycosides), citric acid, live cultures (bacillus coagulans). Sugar has been fully consumed during the extended fermentation process to produce the kombucha. *** MLA

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