Why is Colosse vanilla (G) enrobage chocolat au lait - macadamia - amandes x4 - 100mL classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives lower its Nutri‑Score?

The product contains many industrial ingredients such as emulsifiers (E471), soy lecithin, stabilizers (guar gum, carrageenan, carob seed flour), a colourant (E160) and added sugars, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods and drive its NOVA 4 rating; the high levels of sugar, saturated fat and low fruit‑vegetable content also result in the low Nutri‑Score E.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content of this ice‑cream affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 30.9 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and is unsuitable for people managing diabetes, while its 12.9 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol, making it a poor choice for those monitoring blood pressure or heart health.

Is this ice‑cream suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

No, the ice‑cream is not vegan because it contains milk, butter and whey proteins; it is not keto‑friendly due to its high carbohydrate (33 g) and sugar content; however, it does not list gluten ingredients, so it can be considered gluten‑free, though cross‑contamination cannot be ruled out.

Adélie • 303 g/ 400 ml

Colosse vanille (G) enrobage chocolat au lait - macadamia - amandes x4 - 100mL

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Colosse vanilla ice cream bar with milk chocolate coating, macadamia and almonds, is sold in four 100 mL sticks. It belongs to the Milk and dairy products group (ice cream) and carries a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 classification, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature, high sugar (30.9 g), high fat (20.3 g) and saturated fat (12.9 g) content, with modest protein (3.3 g) and fiber (2.5 g). While it earns an Eco‑Score of B, its nutritional profile is far from health‑focused, featuring notable allergens (milk, nuts, soy) and a sugar‑rich formula that limits its suitability for health‑conscious diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal333 kcal

Fat20.3 g

Saturated Fat12.9 g

Trans Fat0 g

Carbohydrates33 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen‑dessert bar, this ice‑cream contains substantially more sugar, fat and saturated fat while its salt is well below the average.

Ingredients

Eau; sucre; beurre de cacao; graisse végétale (noix de coco); _lactose_ et protéines de _lait_; amandes 4,3%; sirop de glucose; _lait_ écrémé en poudre; pâte de cacao; matière grasse du _lait_; _noix de macadamia_ 1,6%; _lactosérum_ en poudre; émulsifiants: mono-et diglycérides d'acides gras (origine végétale), lécithine de _soja_, polyricinoléate de polyglycérol; beurre; arômes naturels de vanille; stabilisants: farine de graines de caroube, gomme guar, carraghénanes; sel; colorant : caroténoïdes; gousses de vanille épuisées broyées

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