Grape Jelly
by B G
This grape jelly is a sugar bomb with three different forms of sugar including high fructose corn syrup. Despite containing grape juice, it's essentially candy in a jar that will spike blood sugar and contribute to metabolic dysfunction.
- Grape Juice – safe · Natural fruit juice providing flavor and some antioxidants, though likely concentrated and heavily diluted by sugars.
- High Fructose Corn Syrup – dangerous · Highly processed sweetener linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease, and metabolic dysfunction due to rapid fructose metabolism.
- Corn Syrup – controversial · Refined glucose syrup that spikes blood sugar rapidly and provides empty calories with no nutritional value.
- Sugar – controversial · Refined sucrose adding to the already excessive sugar load, contributing to blood sugar spikes and metabolic stress.
- Pectin – beneficial · Natural fiber from fruit that helps with gel formation and may provide minor digestive benefits.
- Citric Acid – safe · Natural acid that preserves freshness and enhances flavor without health concerns.
- Potassium Citrate – safe · Potassium salt that regulates pH and acts as a preservative with no significant health risks.
Contains real grape juice
Uses natural pectin for thickening
No artificial colors or flavors
Three different sugar sources in one product
High fructose corn syrup as second ingredient
Extremely high sugar content per serving
Ultra-processed formulation
Major blood sugar spike risk
Contributes to metabolic dysfunction
About This Analysis
This ingredient analysis for Grape Jelly was performed by Truelabel, an AI-powered food scanner that grades products from A (excellent) to F (failing) based on ingredient quality. The analysis covers seed oil content, ultra-processed ingredients, preservatives, artificial colors, allergens, and potential health risks including cancer risk, hormonal disruption, and gut irritation scores.
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