Why does Crème Fraîche épaisse receive a Nutri‑Score of D, and which nutrients drive this rating?

The low Nutri‑Score is mainly due to its very high total and saturated fat content and its high energy value, which outweigh the modest protein and low sugar levels.

How does the high saturated fat and calorie content of this cream affect a heart‑healthy or weight‑management diet?

Its 22 g of saturated fat per 100 ml and 299 kcal contribute significantly to daily limits, so regular consumption can raise LDL cholesterol and calorie intake, making it unsuitable as a staple for heart‑healthy or calorie‑restricted regimes.

Is the milk ingredient in Crème Fraîche épaisse a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the product is made from pasteurised fresh cream, which contains dairy proteins and lactose, so it should be avoided by anyone allergic to milk or who is lactose‑intolerant.

Laiterie Verneuil en Touraine, Verneuil • 50 cl

Crème Fraîche épaisse

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Crème Fraîche épaisse is a 500 ml (50 cl) thick fresh fermented cream produced in France by Laiterie Verneuil en Touraine and belongs to the Milk and dairy products family. It supplies 299 kcal per 100 ml, with 31 g of total fat (22 g saturated), 2.3 g protein, low sugar (2.8 g) and very low salt (0.06 g), resulting in a Nutri‑Score of D and a NOVA group 3 classification. The product earns an Eco‑Score of A (89) but its plastic lid and pot are non‑recyclable, limiting its overall sustainability.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal299 kcal

Fat31 g

Saturated Fat22 g

Carbohydrates2.8 g

Sugars2.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy product, this thick fresh cream contains about five times more fat and saturated fat, more than double the energy, but markedly less sugar and salt.

Ingredients

creme fraiche pasteurisée (origine : France), ferments lactiques

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