Why is Cappuccino decaf classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from a blend of skimmed milk powder, sugar, decaffeinated soluble coffee, coconut oil, whey powder and flavorings, all of which are combined into a fine powder and require industrial processing; the label lists the additives potassium phosphates (E340), gum arabic (E414) and silicon dioxide (E551) as stabiliser, thickener and anti-caking agent.

How does the high sugar and salt content in this decaf cappuccino mix affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 52.7 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while 0.75 g of salt per 100 g contributes significantly to daily sodium intake and may raise blood pressure, so it should be limited by hypertensive individuals.

Is the milk present in this product a concern for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

Yes, the mix contains skimmed milk powder (39 %) and whey powder, both of which provide milk proteins and are declared as allergens, so it should be avoided by anyone with a milk allergy or lactose intolerance.

U • 125 g + 7 g chocolat

Cappuccino décaféiné

Beverages

Product Insights

Cappuccino decaf is an instant decaffeinated cappuccino powder sold in 125 g packs, classified in the Beverages and Teas & coffees groups. Per 100 g it provides 401 kcal, 13.5 g fat (12.3 g saturated), 0.75 g salt, 52.7 g sugars and 15.4 g protein, giving it a very high energy and sugar load despite a modest protein contribution. The product is ultra-processed (NOVA 4), contains milk allergens and the additives E340 (potassium phosphates), E414 (gum Arabic) and E551 (silicon dioxide), and no Nutri-Score is assigned.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal401 kcal

Fat13.5 g

Saturated Fat12.3 g

Carbohydrates52.8 g

Sugars52.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage, this mix has about ten times more sugar (52.7 g vs 5.24 g) and calories (401 kcal vs 39 kcal), and its fat (13.5 g), saturated fat (12.3 g) and salt (0.75 g) are also markedly higher than typical values.

Ingredients

Cappuccino : poudre de LAIT écrémé 39%, sucre, café soluble décaféiné 14%, huile végétale de coco, LACTOSERUM en poudre, stabilisant : phosphates de potassium, antiagglomérant : dioxyde de silicium, épaississant : gomme arabique, arômes, sel. Chocolat en poudre (poudreuse) : sucre, cacao en poudre, arôme vanilline. Cacao : 32% minimum. Traces éventuelles de lait (pour le chocolat en poudre)

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