Why is Lemon tea tonic classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 rating because it is manufactured from refined ingredients such as maltodextrin, fructose, dextrose and concentrates, and it includes a long list of food-type additives, emulsifiers (E322, E322i, E415), stabilisers (E412, xanthan gum, guar flour), preservative (E307), acidity regulator (E330), coloring agents (E101, E161b), antioxidant (E307) and the artificial sweetener sucralose (E955), all typical of ultra-processed products.

How does the sugar content in Lemon tea tonic affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 20 g of sugar per 100 g, the drink can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes; although its salt level is negligible, the high sugar load still poses a risk for heart-related concerns, so it should be consumed only in moderation or avoided by those on strict sugar-restricted diets.

Is the milk protein in Lemon tea tonic a concern for individuals with dairy allergies?

Yes, the product lists milk proteins among its ingredients and flags them as an allergen, so anyone with a cow‑milk allergy or intolerance should avoid this tonic.

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Tonic thé citron

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Product Insights

Lemon tea tonic is marketed as a lemon-flavored tea tonic and belongs to the artificially sweetened beverages group. It is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra-processed drink, carries a French Nutri-Score of 15 (equivalent to a low grade) and a UK Nutri-Score of -2, reflecting its high protein (18 g) and fiber (6.5 g) content but also its elevated sugar level (20 g per 100 g) and extensive additive list. While the beverage supplies a solid boost of protein and dietary fiber and contains added vitamins and minerals, its high sugar load, artificial sweetener sucralose, multiple emulsifiers, thickeners and colorants make it a less wholesome choice for health-conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical soft drinks, this lemon tea tonic delivers 18 g of protein and 6.5 g of fiber per 100 g but also contains 20 g of sugar and a suite of artificial additives, placing it in the high-protein, high-sugar segment of artificially sweetened beverages.

Ingredients

[INGREDIENÌS Maltodextrines ; Protéines de lait ; Fructose ; Dextrose. Jus concentré de citron déshydraté (3%) : Huilek végétales (colza, pépins de raisin) ; Protéines de riz Fibres de blé ; Oligofructose ; Arômes ; Fibres dé chicorée ; Fécule de pomme de terre ; Epaississants: gomme de xanthane, farine de graine de guar ; Extrait de levures enrichies en vitamines et minéraux (BII 82 PP, B5, B6, B8, B9, zinc, sélénium) ; Extrait naturel feuilles de thé vert (0,3%) ; Extrait de feuilles de thé noir (0,3%) ; Extrait de café vert ; Acidifiant: acide citrique, Jus concentré diacérola déshydraté enrichi en vitamine C ; Extrait d'algue (lithothamnium calcareum) Sel Emulsifiant : lécithine de tournesol ; Vitamine E naturelle ; Edulcorant: sucralose ; Extrait de tomate ; Extrait de tagète, La vitamine B2 contribue à protéger les cellules contre le stress oxydatif. Conditionné sous atmosphèle protectrice.

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