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

The dessert contains several industrial ingredients such as modified starch, carrageenan, soy lecithin, acesulfame‑K and sucralose, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods; these additives, together with the use of concentrated milk powder and sweetener blends, place it in the NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content of Light free affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 12.1 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can raise blood glucose levels and may be unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while its 0.21 g of salt per 100 g is relatively low and less likely to impact blood pressure, but the overall sugar load should still be considered in a balanced diet.

Is the soy lecithin used in Light free a concern for consumers with soy allergy?

Yes, soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and is listed as an allergen; people with soy allergy should avoid this product even though the amount is small.

Danone, Light & Free • 4 x 120 g

Light free

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Light free is a Danone low-fat chocolate mousse dessert classified in the dairy desserts group (Milk and dairy products). The product offers a low fat (0.9 g), low salt (0.21 g) and modest energy (86 kcal) per 100 g, with a decent protein content of 3.8 g, but it contains added sugars (12.1 g), artificial sweeteners and several additives, resulting in a Nutri-Score of C and a NOVA 4 ultra-processed rating. Consumers should be aware of the presence of milk and soy allergens as well as the sweetener blend (acesulfame-K, sucralose) which may be unsuitable for some dietary restrictions.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal86 kcal

Fat0.9 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates15.1 g

Sugars12.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy dessert, Light free provides far less fat (0.9 g vs 4.9 g) and salt (0.21 g vs 0.58 g) and lower calories (86 kcal vs 132 kcal), but its sugar content is higher (12.1 g vs 11.0 g).

Ingredients

lait écrémé (73,6%), lait écrémé concentré ou en poudre, sucre (5,3%), cacao maigre, épaississants (amidon transformé, carraghénanes), chocolat (2%) (sucre, pâte de cacao, cacão maigre, emulsifiant: lécithine de soja, arôme), perméat de petit lait (lactosérum) en poudre, amidon, édulcorants (acésulfame-k, sucralose). Contient: lait, soja. Lait: Origine France.

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