Why is Power Cakes Flapjack & Waffle Mix classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The mix combines refined flours, multiple protein isolates, dairy concentrates and a leavening system, which are all industrially processed ingredients, meeting the criteria for an ultra‑processed product (NOVA 4). Its listed additives are monocalcium phosphate (E341(i)) and baking soda (E500(ii)), both used as raising agents.

How do the sugar and salt levels in this mix affect people managing diabetes or high blood pressure?

With 4 g of sugars per serving, the mix provides a moderate carbohydrate load that can fit into a diabetic meal plan when portion‑controlled, but its 1.1 g of salt per serving is relatively high and may contribute to elevated blood pressure, so individuals with hypertension should limit intake.

Is the wheat gluten and dairy content in this product problematic for individuals with celiac disease or lactose intolerance?

Yes. The product contains wheat flour, oat flour and vital wheat gluten, delivering gluten that is unsafe for anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. It also includes whey protein, milk protein concentrate and buttermilk, which contain lactose and milk proteins, making it unsuitable for people with lactose intolerance or a milk allergy.

Kodiak • 36 oz

Power Cakes Flapjack & Waffle Mix Buttermilk

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Power Cakes Flapjack & Waffle Mix is a plant‑based cereal‑based mix designed for making pancakes, waffles and flapjacks, falling under the PNNS group "Cereals and potatoes". Each serving provides 15 g protein and 5 g dietary fiber, but also delivers 1.1 g salt and 4 g sugars, placing it in the high‑salt category and giving it a moderate sugar level compared with typical mixes. The mix is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and contains additives such as monocalcium phosphate and baking soda; it carries no Nutri‑Score, is labeled as containing no preservatives, and includes dairy allergens (whey, milk protein, buttermilk).

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal349 kcal

Added Sugars4.8 g

Iron3.3 mg

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average cereal‑mix, this product has lower sugar (6.3 g vs 9 g), lower fat (4 g vs 6.9 g), lower salt (1.8 g vs 3 g) and markedly higher protein (23.8 g vs 9.8 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

100% whole grain wheat flour, 100% whole grain oat flour, vital wheat gluten, whey protein concentrate, brown sugar, wheat protein isolate, milk protein concentrate, leavening (monocalcium phosphate, baking soda), buttermilk, sea salt.

84%

35%

KODIAK

567g