Why is Les pyrénéens lait caramel classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined sugars, vegetable fat, milk powders, caramel paste and flavorings, and it includes the emulsifier soy lecithin (E322), all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods, resulting in its NOVA 4 classification.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content in this product affect a diabetic or heart‑disease diet?

With 33 g of sugar per 100 g, the candy can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetes management, while 41 g of saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol and increase cardiovascular risk.

Is the soy lecithin in this candy a concern for people with soy allergies?

Yes, soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and is listed as an allergen; individuals with soy sensitivity should avoid the product.

Lindt & Sprüngli • 175 g

Les pyrénéens lait caramel

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Les pyrénéens lait caramel is a chocolate‑caramel bonbon from Lindt & Sprüngli, classified in the Sugary snacks and Sweets dietary families. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and belongs to NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature and a nutrient profile that is high in fat (57 g per 100 g), saturated fat (41 g), and sugars (33 g) while salt is relatively low (0.21 g). The candy contains milk powder, lactose, almonds, hazelnuts and soy lecithin, making it unsuitable for those with dairy, nut or soy allergies and it provides no fiber or fruit/vegetable content.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal671 kcal

Fat57 g

Saturated Fat41 g

Carbohydrates34 g

Sugars33 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet‑snack averages, this candy contains far less sugar (33 g vs 53.4 g) and salt (0.21 g vs 0.36 g) but its fat (57 g) and saturated fat (41 g) are dramatically higher, leading to an energy content of 671 kcal per 100 g versus the average 373 kcal.

Ingredients

Matière grasse végétale de coprah, sucre, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, poudre de lait, pâte de caramel 2,8% (sucre, beurre de cacao, poudre de crème, sel, émulsifiant (lécithine de soja)), lactose, beurre laitier concentré, pâte de noisettes, poudre de lait écrémé, amandes, noisettes, émulsifiant (lécithine de soja), arôme naturel, arôme, sel,

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