Why is Les Cookies avoine et pépites de chocolat classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The cookies fall into NOVA group 3, indicating moderately processed foods; they contain a single listed additive, E503 (ammonium carbonate), which is used as a leavening agent. No other food additives are declared on the label.

How does the sugar and saturated fat content in Les Cookies avoine et pépites de chocolat affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 30 g of sugar per 100 g, the cookies can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making them unsuitable for tight diabetic control. The 14 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol, which is a concern for cardiovascular health, while the low salt (0.42 g) does not add to hypertension risk.

Is the oat ingredient in Les Cookies avoine et pépites de chocolat a concern for individuals with oat allergy?

Yes. The formulation includes oat flour and oat flakes, both of which are declared allergens; people with oat intolerance or allergy should avoid this product.

Biscuiterie de l'Abbaye • 150 g

Les Cookies avoine et pépites de chocolat

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Les Cookies avoine et pépites de chocolat are organic, fair‑trade oatmeal cookies with chocolate chips produced in Lonlay‑l’Abbaye, France, and belong to the sugary snacks and biscuit family. They carry a Nutri‑Score of E and are classified in NOVA group 3, reflecting a high content of sugar (30 g), fat (23 g) and saturated fat (14 g) per 100 g, while offering relatively low salt (0.42 g) and a good amount of dietary fiber (5.3 g). The product is marketed as a sweet snack suitable for occasional consumption, but its nutritional profile is less favorable for health‑focused diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal484 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat14 g

Carbohydrates60 g

Sugars30 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack, this cookie contains more sugar (30 g vs 28.98 g), considerably more fat (23 g vs 17.65 g) and saturated fat (14 g vs 7.8 g), while its salt (0.42 g) is well below the average 1.98 g.

Ingredients

Farine de blé*, sucre roux de canne*, pépites de chocolat noir* 18% (sucre de canne*, pâte de cacao*, beurre de cacao*), beurre* 17,5%, farine d'avoine* 9%, flocons d'avoine* 9%, cacao maigre en poudre* 2,9%, poudre à lever: carbonates d'ammonium, sel marin, extrait de cacao*.

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