Why is Butter Cookies classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The NOVA system places foods that contain processed ingredients and added additives in group 4; Butter Cookies include added emulsifier (lecithin E322/i from soy), raising agents (sodium carbonate E500 and ammonium carbonate E503), and other processing steps such as cocoa butter and refined sugars, which makes them ultra-processed.

How does the sugar and saturated-fat content in Butter Cookies affect a diabetic or cardiovascular-health diet?

The 20.1 g of sugar per 100 g contributes a high glycemic load, which can raise blood glucose levels quickly, making the product unsuitable for strict diabetic control; the 15.1 g of saturated fat raises LDL cholesterol and may increase cardiovascular risk if consumed regularly.

Is the soy lecithin used as an emulsifier a concern for people with soy allergy?

Yes, soy lecithin derives from soybeans and is listed as a potential allergen; although the amount is small, it may still trigger reactions in sensitive individuals, so soy-allergic consumers should avoid the product.

Favorina, Lidl • 750 g

Butter Cookies

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Butter Cookies are a 750 g pack of sweet biscuits sold under the Favorina brand at Lidl, made with wheat flour, butter, sugar, corn starch, grated coconut, chocolate chunks and a blend of emulsifiers and raising agents. They belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups, carry a Nutri-Score of E and are classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), reflecting a high content of saturated fat (15.1 g), sugars (20.1 g) and a modest salt level (0.31 g) per 100 g. The product is certified by Rainforest Alliance, UTZ and carries the Green Dot, but it contains allergens such as gluten, milk and soy, and includes three additives (E322, E500, E503).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal481 kcal

Fat22.4 g

Saturated Fat15.1 g

Carbohydrates61.8 g

Sugars20.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average biscuit, this product has lower sugar (20.1 g vs 28.98 g) and salt (0.31 g vs 1.98 g) but higher total fat (22.4 g vs 17.65 g), saturated fat (15.1 g vs 7.8 g) and energy (481 kcal vs 418 kcal) per 100 g.

Ingredients

farine de blé, 26% beurre (lait), sucre, amidon de maïs, noix de coco râpée, pépites de chocolat (sucre, pâte de cacao, beurre de cacao, émulsifiant : lécithine (soja), sirop de glucose-fructose, sel, dextrose, arômes naturels, poudres à lever : carbonates de sodium, carbonates d'ammonium. Chocolat: cacao: 35% minimum.

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