Mountain Fruit Company Always Apricot Fruit Spread
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Mountain Fruit Company Always Apricot Fruit Spread is a sweet fruit preserve for adding flavor to breakfasts or snacks. Its main strength is the complete absence of sodium, while its main tradeoff is the high amount of added sugar. Overall, it functions as a concentrated flavor accent rather than a nutrient-dense food.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Try it as a topping for vegan toast or swirled into a bowl of oatmeal.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is dominated by added sugars, which provide nearly all of the calories. There are no significant amounts of fiber or protein to balance the sugar content.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | — |
| Total Sugars | 4g | — |
| Added Sugars | 4g | 20% |
| Protein | 0g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
This spread is built from apricots and sugar, using fruit pectin and fumaric acid to achieve a shelf-stable, gel-like consistency. The formulation relies on refined sweeteners and stabilizers to maintain its texture and sweetness.
Ingredients
APRICOTS, SUGAR, FRUIT PECTIN & FUMARIC ACID (FOR PH)
