Sainsbury's,Sainsbury's SO organic

Strawberry Conserve continental soft set

Barcode 01191905

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Yes — Strawberry Conserve continental soft set is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains pectin, which is an industrially extracted gelling agent used as a food additive, making the product UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

organic sugar

Raw or refined sugar produced from organic sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic sweetener.
OK

organic strawberries
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
OK

pectin

A natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and desserts.

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Common questions about Strawberry Conserve continental soft set

Is Strawberry Conserve continental soft set ultra-processed?

Yes — Strawberry Conserve continental soft set by Sainsbury's,Sainsbury's SO organic is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains pectin, which is an industrially extracted gelling agent used as a food additive, making the product UPF under NOVA guidelines.

What are healthier alternatives to Strawberry Conserve continental soft set?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Strawberry High Fruit Content Spread by St. Dalfour. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.