Sainsbury's

Strawberry Conserve

Barcode 00074988

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No — Strawberry Conserve is not ultra-processed.

Not ultra-processed. The product contains strawberries and sugar, which are basic ingredients, along with citric acid and sodium citrate as acidity regulators and pectin as a traditional fruit-derived gelling agent. These ingredients do not indicate an industrial formulation under the stated NOVA criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

strawberries

A red, juicy berry commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts; high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
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citric acid (acidity regulator)

Citric acid used as acidity regulator and preservative in beverages and foods; a natural organic acid derived from citrus fruits.
OK

sodium citrate; gelling agent: pectin

A mixture of sodium citrate (a buffering/acidity-regulating salt) and pectin (a natural polysaccharide gelling agent) used in food applications; sodium citrate can adjust acidity and act as a sequestrant, while pectin provides gelling/thickening properties in jams, custards, and confectionery.

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Common questions about Strawberry Conserve

Is Strawberry Conserve ultra-processed?

No — Strawberry Conserve by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Not ultra-processed. The product contains strawberries and sugar, which are basic ingredients, along with citric acid and sodium citrate as acidity regulators and pectin as a traditional fruit-derived gelling agent. These ingredients do not indicate an industrial formulation under the stated NOVA criteria.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.