Tropicana Delight
Tropicana Delight Mixed Fruit Juice
1 L
1 L
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores poorly due to its very high added sugar content, with a single 200ml serving containing 13.8g of added sugar, which is over 27% of the FSSAI's recommended daily allowance. The actual fruit juice content is extremely low (2.5%), making it primarily a sugar-sweetened beverage with minimal nutritional benefits.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
0 g
of RDA
Very low in Protein. This is not a significant source.
Carbohydrates
10.5 g
of RDA
Contributes 4% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Energy
42 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 2% of daily Energy needs.
Total Fat
0 g
of RDA
Contributes 0% of daily Total Fat needs.
Saturated Fat
0 g
of RDA
Low in Saturated Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Trans Fat
0 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sodium
17 mg
of RDA
Low in Sodium. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
10.4 g
of RDA
Low in Sugar. Good choice for restricted diets.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Balanced Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie
1. In a blender, combine 100ml of Tropicana Mixed Fruit Delight with 150g of plain Greek yogurt. 2. Add a handful of fresh spinach and a tablespoon of chia seeds. 3. Blend until smooth and serve immediately.
Health Benefits
This smoothie balances the juice's sugar with protein from yogurt and fiber from spinach and chia seeds.
Sparkling Fruit Spritzer
1. Fill a glass with ice cubes and fresh mint leaves. 2. Pour 100ml of Tropicana juice over the ice. 3. Top up with 150ml of sparkling water or soda and stir gently. 4. Garnish with a slice of orange or lime.
Health Benefits
Creates a refreshing, lower-sugar beverage by diluting the juice, perfect for hydration.
Additive Analysis
The product claims 'No Added Preservatives', relying on UHT processing. It uses natural color (160a(i) - Carotenes) and natural flavors. Other additives like Acidity Regulator (330), Stabilizers (466, 440), and Sweetener (960a - Steviol Glycoside) are approved by FSSAI and generally considered safe for consumption within prescribed limits.
Preservatives
No preservatives added
Artificial Colors
No artificial colors added
Artificial Flavors
No artificial flavors added
Marketing Claims
The marketing is questionable. The name 'Mixed Fruit Delight' and prominent fruit imagery create the impression of a healthy fruit juice. However, it is a 'fruit beverage' with only 2.5% fruit juice from concentrate and a high amount of added sugar. The 'No Added Preservatives' claim, while likely true, distracts from the primary nutritional concern which is the high sugar content.