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

Dragibus contain refined sugar, glucose syrup, starch, several acidity regulators, flavorings, colorants (E100, E153, E163), a spirulina concentrate, and glazing agents such as beeswax (E901) and carnauba wax (E903); the presence of these multiple industrial ingredients and additives drives the NOVA 4 classification for ultra‑processed foods.

How does the high sugar content in Dragibus affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 62 g of sugars per 100 g, Dragibus can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making them unsuitable for diabetic diets, and although salt is low, the overall high carbohydrate load can still influence blood pressure and should be consumed only occasionally by people with hypertension.

Is the beeswax used as a glazing agent in Dragibus suitable for vegans?

No, the glazing agent includes beeswax (E901), which is derived from honey‑comb and is therefore animal‑derived, so the product is not vegan.

Haribo • 80 g

Dragibus

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Dragibus are Haribo gummy candies classified in the sugary snacks and sweets groups. They deliver 62 g of sugars and 380 kcal per 100 g while containing only 0.5 g of fat, 0.1 g of saturated fat and 0.05 g of salt, but they are an ultra‑processed NOVA 4 product with nine additives including colorants, acidity regulators and a beeswax coating. The Nutri‑Score of E reflects the low nutritional quality, offering quick energy but little fiber, protein or beneficial micronutrients.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal380 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates95 g

Sugars62 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, Dragibus contain considerably more sugar (62 g vs 53.4 g per 100 g) while delivering far less fat (0.5 g vs 10.5 g), saturated fat (0.1 g vs 7 g) and salt (0.05 g vs 0.36 g).

Ingredients

sucre, sirop de glucose, amidon, acidifiants: acide citrique, acide malique, correcteurs d'acidité: citrate monosodique, malate acide de sodium, arôme, concentré de spiruline, colorants: curcumine, charbon végétal, anthocyanes, agent d'enrobage: cire d’abeille blanche et jaune, cire de carnauba

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