Why is Choco Star milk chocolate classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The biscuit is made with refined wheat flour, milk chocolate, palm oil and several industrial ingredients such as soy lecithin, E 476 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate), E 330 (citric acid), E 500 (sodium carbonates) and E 503 (ammonium carbonates). These emulsifiers, leavening agents and acidulants are typical of ultra‑processed foods, which is why the product receives a NOVA 4 rating.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of this biscuit affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 29 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuit can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, which is problematic for people managing diabetes. The 11.9 g of saturated fat contributes to elevated LDL cholesterol and, together with the sugar load, may increase cardiovascular risk for those on a hypertensive or heart‑healthy diet.

Is the presence of milk in this product a concern for lactose‑intolerant consumers?

Yes. The milk chocolate contains milk powder and whey‑permeate, which provide lactose. Individuals with lactose intolerance may experience digestive discomfort after consuming this biscuit and should choose a lactose‑free alternative.

BN • 195g

Choco Star chocolat au lait

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The Choco Star milk chocolate biscuit belongs to the sugary snacks group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E (score 26) and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed snack. Per 100 g it delivers 29 g of sugar, 23.2 g of fat (including 11.9 g saturated fat) and 0.6 g of salt, which exceed typical averages, while providing modest fiber (2.2 g) and protein (5.6 g).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal486 kcal

Fat23.2 g

Saturated Fat11.9 g

Carbohydrates62.5 g

Sugars29 g

Comparative Analysis

Its sugar (29 g) and fat (23.2 g) levels exceed the average sugary‑snack values of 28.98 g sugar and 17.65 g fat per 100 g, while its salt (0.6 g) is well below the category average of 1.98 g.

Ingredients

Farine de blé (45%) - Chocolat au lait (25%) (sucre, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, poudre de lait écrémé, beurre concentré (lait), émulsifiants (lécithine de soja, E 476), arôme) - huile de palme - sucre - amidon de blé - sirop de glucose - perméat de lactosérum en poudre (lait) - poudres à lever (carbonates de sodium, carbonates d'ammonium) - sel - acidifiant (acide citrique) - émulsifiant (lécithines) - arôme. Peut également contenir des fruits à coque.

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