Why is Gerlinea moelleux classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The biscuit is made from refined flours, sugars, oils and multiple industrial steps such as emulsification and leavening, which places it in NOVA 4. Its label lists the additives E322 (soy lecithin) used as an emulsifier and E503 (ammonium carbonates) used as a raising agent.

How does the sugar content of 16 g per 100 g affect people with diabetes or those watching their sugar intake?

Sixteen grams of sugar per 100 g contributes a noticeable carbohydrate load; for diabetics it can raise blood glucose levels and should be counted within daily carbohydrate limits, and anyone limiting sugar should treat it as a moderate‑to‑high source.

Is the presence of gluten and soy protein a problem for people with celiac disease or soy allergy?

Yes. The ingredient list includes wheat gluten and soy protein, both of which trigger reactions in celiac patients and individuals allergic to soy, so the biscuit is not suitable for those dietary restrictions.

Gerlinéa • 138 g e

Gerlinea moelleux

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Gerlinea moelleux is a soft biscuit with a chocolate filling, classified in the sugary snacks and biscuits & cakes family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is labeled as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, providing 408 kcal, 15 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 16 g sugars, 0.22 g salt, 10 g fiber and 14 g protein per 100 g. While the high fiber and protein are positives, the product is relatively high in sugar, contains gluten and soy allergens, and includes additives such as soy lecithin (E322) and ammonium carbonates (E503), which may bother some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal408 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates50 g

Sugars16 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sugary snacks, Gerlinea moelleux contains less sugar and fat and far less salt than the category averages, while delivering markedly higher fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Farine complète de blé 24,9%, huile de colza, concentré de poire, sirop de blé, fibres végétales (pois chiche, maïs) hydratées, sarrasin décortiqué grillé 5,9%, gluten de blé, pépites de chocolat 5% (pâte de cacao, sucre, beurre de cacao, émulsifiant: lécithines (soja)), farine de blé, protéines de soja (émulsifiant: lécithines (soja)), fibre de blé, émulsifiant : lécithines, cacao maigre en poudre, jus concentré de citron, arôme naturel, sel de mer, poudre à lever: carbonates d'ammonium. Fabriqué dans un atelier qui utilise : fruits à coque, lupin, oeuf, lait et sésame.

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