Why is Eis classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

Eis falls into NOVA 4 because it is made from refined dairy ingredients, sweeteners, and several food‑technology substances; the label lists the additives E330 (citric acid), E410 (carob gum), E412 (guar gum) and E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids), all of which are typical of industrially processed ice creams.

How does the high sugar content of this ice cream impact people with diabetes or high blood pressure?

With 21.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the ice cream can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while its very low salt (0.05 g) does not significantly affect blood pressure but the overall calorie density and saturated fat may still influence cardiovascular health.

Is the milk in this ice cream a problem for individuals with dairy allergies, and are there any other common allergens?

The product contains skimmed milk and whey, both of which trigger reactions in people with milk allergy; no other major allergens such as nuts, gluten or soy are listed, but the presence of coconut fat may be a concern for those with tree‑nut sensitivities.

Lidl • 2.5l

Eis

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Eis is a dairy‑based frozen dessert belonging to the Milk and dairy products and Ice cream groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as an ultra‑processed product (NOVA 4), reflecting its high sugar (21.8 g per 100 g) and saturated fat (10.2 g per 100 g) levels despite a modest overall fat content and very low salt. The product also earns an Eco‑Score of A, thanks in part to its Fairtrade International label, but the nutritional profile remains indulgent rather than healthy.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal216 kcal

Fat11.3 g

Saturated Fat10.2 g

Carbohydrates25.5 g

Sugars21.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen dessert, this ice cream has slightly less total fat (11.3 g vs 11.6 g), markedly higher saturated fat (10.2 g vs 7.4 g), a marginally higher sugar content (21.8 g vs 21.35 g) and far lower salt (0.05 g vs 1.16 g).

Ingredients

skimmed milk, whey product, coconut fat, sugar, glucose-fructose syrup, 6% whipped cream, 5,3% strawberry puree, dextrose, glucose syrup, low-fat cocoa, emulsifier: mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids*, stabilizers: carob gum, guar gum, acidifier: citric acid, bourbon vanilla extract, ground extracted vanilla pods, coloring plant concentrates (carrot, beetroot juice), natural aroma, *plant-based,

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