Why is Creme de marrons de l'Ardeche classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra-processed because the recipe combines refined sugar, glucose syrup, candied chestnuts and vanilla extract, which involve multiple industrial processing steps; although the label lists zero additives, the sweeteners and flavorings act as functional additives, leading to a NOVA 4 classification.

How does the high sugar content in Creme de marrons de l'Ardeche affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The product contains about 50 g of sugar per 100 g, which can cause rapid blood glucose spikes and is unsuitable for people managing diabetes; while its salt is low and does not directly impact hypertension, the excess sugar can contribute to weight gain and indirectly raise blood pressure, so it should be limited in such diets.

Is the chestnut ingredient in Creme de marrons de l'Ardeche a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes, chestnut is classified as a tree nut and is listed as an allergen on the label; anyone with a nut allergy should avoid this spread.

Clement Faugier • 500g

Crème de marrons de l'Ardèche

Plant Based Foods And Beverages

Product Insights

Creme de marrons de l'Ardeche is a plant-based chestnut spread, classified in the plant-based spread PNNS group, made from 50% chestnuts, sugar, candied chestnuts and vanilla, packaged in a 500 g aluminium can. It carries an Eco-Score of A but is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and holds a Nutri-Score of D, reflecting its very high sugar content (about 50 g per 100 g) and low fiber, while providing only modest fat and virtually no salt. The product is suitable for vegetarians and vegans, but it contains nuts, so it is not safe for people with nut allergies, and its high sugar level makes it a less healthy choice for those watching blood-glucose or calorie intake.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal270 kcal

Fat0.8 g

Saturated Fat0.2 g

Carbohydrates63.6 g

Sugars50.2 g

Comparative Analysis

With about 50 g of sugar per 100 g, this chestnut spread contains over four times the average sugar of typical spreads (approx 11 g), while its fat and salt levels are well below the category averages.

Ingredients

Châtaignes (50%), sucre, marrons glacés (châtaignes (54,6%), sucre, sirop de glucose, extrait de vanille de Madagascar), extrait de vanille Madagascar.

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Clément Faugier

700 g