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- Title
Nutrient Density, Added Sugar, and Fiber Content of Commercially Available Fruit Snacks in the United States from 2017 to 2022.
- Authors
Fu, Hao; Lee, Chi Hyun; Nolden, Alissa A.; Kinchla, Amanda J.
- Abstract
Fruit snacks have become a popular and convenient snacking choice and have the potential to contribute to a well-balanced diet. However, the nutritional quality of fruit snack products has not yet been studied. The objective of the present study is to provide a nutritional assessment of the fruit snack product category. This study used the Mintel Global New Product Database to collect data about fruit snack products launched in the United States from 2017 to 2022. Fruit snack products (n = 2405) are divided into nine product categories based on product characteristics. Nutrition composition was assessed using a comprehensive score, Nutrient Rich Food (NRF) model, and by examining individual components (added sugar and fiber). The results show that dried fruit has the highest nutrient density, fiber content, and the lowest added sugar content. Conversely, fruit-flavored snacks have the lowest nutrient density, fiber content, and added sugar content. Currently, fruit puree, canned fruit with juice, and dried fruit are the only fruit snacks that meet the current recommendations set by the USDA Dietary Guidelines. Future directions for the fruit snack category should consider decreasing the added sugar content, increasing the fiber content, and enhancing their sensory profile to improve the overall nutrient density.
- Subjects
UNITED States; SNACK foods; NUTRIENT density; DIETARY fiber; NUTRITIONAL assessment; NUTRITIONAL value; DIETARY sucrose; FOOD additives; FRUIT; RESEARCH funding
- Publication
Nutrients, 2024, Vol 16, Issue 2, p292
- ISSN
2072-6643
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/nu16020292