Why is Sticks et Bretzels d'Alsace classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is deemed ultra‑processed because the formulation relies on refined wheat flour, barley malt extract, added sunflower oil, leavening salt and a synthetic acidity regulator, the only listed additive being E524 (sodium hydroxide), which together reflect the extensive industrial processing typical of NOVA 4 foods.

How does the sugar/salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The low sugar (1.7 g per 100 g) makes it relatively safe for blood‑glucose control, but the high salt (2.9 g per 100 g) can raise blood pressure and is therefore unsuitable for a hypertension‑restricted diet.

Is the wheat flour in this product a concern for gluten‑sensitive individuals?

Yes, wheat flour provides gluten, so the product is not safe for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

Dr. Oetker,Ancel • 137 g

Sticks et Bretzels d'Alsace

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Sticks et Bretzels d'Alsace are French-made salty pretzel sticks marketed by Dr. Oetker and Ancel, falling under the Salty snacks and Appetizers families. The snack carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 3, offering low sugar (1.7 g/100 g) and moderate saturated fat (2.5 g/100 g) but a high salt level (2.9 g/100 g) and includes the acidity regulator additive E524 (sodium hydroxide). It is suitable for vegans, contains gluten, is packaged in plastic that is not fully recyclable, and receives an Eco‑Score of B.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal394 kcal

Fat5 g

Saturated Fat2.5 g

Carbohydrates74 g

Sugars1.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty snack, this pretzel stick contains less sugar (1.7 g vs 3.84 g), less saturated fat (2.5 g vs 5.11 g), markedly less salt (2.9 g vs 52.58 g), more fiber (5.4 g vs 4.47 g) and about 400 kcal per 100 g, which is lower than the category’s typical 471 kcal.

Ingredients

Farine de BLÉ, extrait de malt d'ORGE, 3,2% huile de tournesol, sel levure, correcteur d'acidité (hydroxyde de sodium),

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