Bonne Maman

Strawberry Conserve

Barcode 3045320097863

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Yes — Strawberry Conserve is ultra-processed.

This strawberry conserve is classified as ultra-processed because it contains gelling agent (fruit pectin), which is an extracted, industrially processed additive used to modify texture. While the core ingredients (strawberries, sugars, lemon juice) are minimally processed, the presence of this gelling agent makes the overall product ultra-processed according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

strawberries

A red, juicy berry commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts; high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
OK

sugar

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

brown cane sugar

A form of sugar derived from sugarcane with varying levels of molasses; a basic sweetener used in cooking.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
UPF

fruit pectin

Natural pectin extracted from fruits used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and confectionery.

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Common questions about Strawberry Conserve

Is Strawberry Conserve ultra-processed?

Yes — Strawberry Conserve by Bonne Maman is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This strawberry conserve is classified as ultra-processed because it contains gelling agent (fruit pectin), which is an extracted, industrially processed additive used to modify texture. While the core ingredients (strawberries, sugars, lemon juice) are minimally processed, the presence of this gelling agent makes the overall product ultra-processed according to NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Strawberry Conserve are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Strawberry Conserve as an ultra-processed marker: fruit pectin. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Strawberry Conserve?

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.