Why is Spéculoos a l'épeautre classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is classified as ultra‑processed because it combines refined ingredients such as added sugars, refined oil and honey, undergoes industrial baking, and includes added leavening agents and flavorings; the only listed additives are E330 (citric acid) and E500 (sodium carbonates).

How does the sugar and salt content in Spéculoos a l'épeautre affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 30 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuit can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while 0.65 g of salt per 100 g adds moderate sodium that may contribute to elevated blood pressure if consumed in large amounts; therefore it should be eaten only occasionally.

Is the wheat flour in Spéculoos a l'épeautre a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes, the whole spelt wheat flour provides gluten, so the biscuit is not safe for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

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Spéculoos a l'épeautre

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Spéculoos a l'épeautre is an organic speculoos biscuit made from whole spelt wheat flour, cane sugar, high‑oleic sunflower oil, honey, spices and a small amount of raising agents. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and falls into NOVA group 4, indicating it is ultra‑processed, with a high sugar content of 30 g per 100 g, moderate salt (0.65 g) and moderate fat, but a relatively good fiber level of 4.7 g per 100 g. The product contains several allergens (wheat/gluten, lupin, milk, nuts and soy), includes honey so it is not vegan, and is packaged in a combination of plastic and cardboard despite being certified organic and palm‑oil‑free.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal467 kcal

Fat18 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates67 g

Sugars30 g

Comparative Analysis

Its sugar level (30 g/100 g) and energy (~469 kcal/100 g) are slightly above the average for sugary snacks, while its saturated fat (1.5 g) and salt (0.65 g) are well below the category averages.

Ingredients

Farine complète de grand épeautre (blé)* 57,6 % , sucre de canne*, huile de tournesol oléique*, miel*, épices*, poudres à lever (carbonates de sodium, acide citrique), sel de mer, *Ingrédients issus de l'agriculture biologique, Fabriqué dans un atelier qui utilise des fruits à coque, du lupin, des ceufs, du lait et du soja,

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