Why is Biscuit Bio Fourre Chocolat Noir X2 50G classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The biscuit is made with refined flours, added sugars, cocoa paste, and several processing aids such as raising agents (ammonium carbonate E503 and sodium carbonate E500), a thickener (acacia gum E414) and an antioxidant (rosemary extract E392), all of which contribute to its NOVA 4 status.

How does the sugar and salt content in this biscuit affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 27 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuit can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for a diabetic diet, while its 0.5 g of salt per 100 g is moderate but still adds to daily sodium intake, which may be a concern for hypertension.

Is the skimmed milk powder in this biscuit a concern for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

Yes, the product contains skimmed milk powder, so it is not safe for individuals with a milk allergy or lactose intolerance and should be avoided by those requiring a dairy‑free diet.

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Biscuit Bio Fourre Chocolat Noir X2 50G

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Biscuit Bio Fourre Chocolat Noir X2 50G is an organic, dark‑chocolate‑filled sandwich biscuit sold in a 50 g pack containing two pieces. It belongs to the sugary snacks and biscuits family, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with high sugar (27 g) and saturated fat (7 g) levels and moderate salt (0.5 g) per 100 g. While it provides 7 g of protein and 4.8 g of fiber, it also contains gluten, milk and may have traces of eggs, nuts and sesame, which are important allergens to consider.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal478 kcal

Fat20 g

Saturated Fat7 g

Carbohydrates65 g

Sugars27 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this biscuit contains slightly less sugar and markedly less salt, but more total fat and a comparable amount of saturated fat.

Ingredients

Farine de blé, chocolat noir* 25% (pâte de cacao*,sucre de canne* non raffiné, beurre de cacao*), sucre de canne* roux non raffiné, farine complète de blé 15%, huile de tournesol* oléique, arôme naturel de vanille, lait* écrémé en poudre, sel de mer non raffiné, poudres à lever: carbonates d'ammonium et de sodium, épaississant: gomme d'acacia", antioxydant: extraits de romarin*. Peut contenir des traces d'œufs, fruits à coque et graines de sésame.

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