Fruit Juice
100% fruit juice provides vitamins (especially C) but lacks the fiber of whole fruit, leading to faster sugar absorption. Functions nutritionally similar to added sugar when used in significant amounts.
What it is
Liquid extracted from fruit (single or blends), with or without reconstitution from concentrate.
Beverage, sweetener, flavoring.
Why it's flagged
- functions as added sugar nutritionally
- AAP recommends limits for children
What regulators actually say
"Fruit juice should not be introduced into the diet of infants before 1 year of age. Daily intake of juice should be limited to 4 oz/day in toddlers ages 1-3, 4-6 oz/day for children ages 4-6, and 8 oz/day for children ages 7-18."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole-food-derived; standards under 21 CFR 101.30 for percent juice labeling
European Union — EFSA
Whole-food-derived; quality standards under EU directives
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