Smucker’s Low-Sugar (Reduced Sugar) Strawberry Preserves
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Smucker’s Low-Sugar (Reduced Sugar) Strawberry Preserves is a fruit-based spread used for adding sweetness to breakfast or snacks. Its main strength is the lower sugar concentration compared to traditional jams, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it is a flavor-focused condiment for those wanting a lighter alternative to standard preserves.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair it with almond butter on whole-grain toast or use it as a topping for vegan pancakes.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition profile is primarily composed of added sugars, which drive nearly all of the calories per serving. It is otherwise lean, containing no saturated fat or sodium.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 5g | — |
| Added Sugars | 5g | 10% |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product starts with strawberries and sugar, but relies on fruit pectin and locust bean gum to achieve its consistency. These industrial gums, combined with citric acid and calcium chloride, result in a highly processed formulation.
Ingredients
Strawberries, Sugar, Water*, Fruit Pectin, Citric Acid, Locust Bean Gum*, Vegetable Juice (for color), Calcium Chloride (*Ingredients not in regular preserves)
