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Is Vietnamese jelly healthy? Unpacking the ingredients and nutritional value

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While often perceived simply as a sweet treat, many traditional Vietnamese jellies feature a plant-based gelling agent derived from red algae called agar-agar, which is rich in fiber. The question, 'is Vietnamese jelly healthy?' depends heavily on the specific ingredients, particularly the type of thickener and the amount of added sugar.