Why is Chocolate Fudge Brownie classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar combines multiple refined ingredients such as isolated plant proteins, sugar syrups, and flavor enhancers, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category; it includes the additives E322 (lecithin), E322i (modified lecithin) and E422 (glycerol) that act as emulsifiers and humectants.

How does the sugar and salt content in this bar affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With about 7 g of sugar and 0.6 g of salt per 100 g, the bar is lower in sugar and salt than many comparable snacks, but the carbohydrates still require monitoring for diabetes and the salt, while moderate, should be counted toward daily limits for hypertension.

Is the cashew component in this bar a problem for people with nut allergies?

Yes, cashews are tree nuts and are listed under the nuts allergen; individuals with nut allergies should avoid this product or consult a health professional before consuming it.

ALOHA

Chocolate Fudge Brownie

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chocolate Fudge Brownie is a plant‑based protein bar that falls within the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes dietary families. It is classified as an ultra‑processed NOVA 4 product and does not receive a Nutri‑Score because it is listed as a dietary supplement. The bar offers a high protein content (25 g per 100 g) and very high fiber (18 g per 100 g) while keeping sugar (7 g) and salt (0.6 g) moderate, but it also contains several additives (E322, E322i, E422) and a nut allergen, which may be concerns for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal379 kcal

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack bar, this bar delivers about 7 g of sugar versus 29 g, 0.6 g of salt versus 2 g, roughly the same fat (16 g vs 18 g), but provides roughly four times the protein (25 g vs 6 g) and five times the fiber (18 g vs 3 g) while containing about 10 % fewer calories.

Ingredients

protein blend, brown rice protein, pumpkin seed protein, tapioca fiber, dark chocolate, cane sugar, cocoa butter, roasted cashews, vegetable glycerin, cocoa powder, monk fruit, sunflower seeds, sunflower oil, tapioca syrup, sunflower seed butter, roasted sunflower seeds, cocoa extract, sunflower lecithin

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