Jus de fruits et nectars

Fruit juices and nectars are very little processed foods that are governed by a specific regulation (French decree 2003-838). In France, the most consumed fruit juices are “pure juice”, coming from fruits only, simply squeezed and pasteurized. The consumption of fruit juices in France is moderate, averaging half a glass per day for children (110 mL) and a quarter of glass per day for adults (55 mL), mainly consumed during a structured meal (breakfast or afternoon snack). Fruit juices naturally contain nutrients from fruits which they come from (sugars, vitamins, minerals, polyphenols, carotenoids) and benefit from most of their nutritional qualities. Consumption of fruit juices contributes to a balanced diet, as fruit juices are essential contributors to the intakes of the French population in several micronutrients, especially vitamin C (15 to 30% of contributions depending on age). The recommendations of the National Health and Nutrition Program (PNNS) state that a glass of fruit juice can contribute to one of the five daily servings of fruit and vegetables.