Why is Mini Chocolate Rolled Cake classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the formulation includes multiple industrial additives such as soy lecithin (E322), diphosphates of sodium (E450i), sodium carbonates (E500), and mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the sugar content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 39 g of sugar per 100 g, the cake can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetic meal plans, and its 0.64 g of salt per 100 g, although moderate, adds to overall sodium intake, which should be limited in hypertension.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

No; the cake contains wheat flour, eggs, milk powder, and soy, so it is neither vegan nor gluten‑free, its high carbohydrate content makes it unsuitable for keto, and the natural flavourings contain alcohol, which may not meet halal requirements.

U • 150 g

Gâteau Mini roulé au chocolat paquet de 150g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The Mini Chocolate Rolled Cake is a sweet snack that falls under the sugary snacks and biscuits & cakes categories. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group, reflecting its high sugar (39 g per 100 g), moderate fat (11 g) and saturated fat (6.6 g), as well as moderate salt (0.64 g). While it provides some fiber and protein, the high sugar and presence of several additives and common allergens make it a less healthy choice for regular consumption.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal369 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat6.6 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Sugars39 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average snack values, this cake contains substantially more sugar but less fat, saturated fat, salt and overall calories.

Ingredients

Farine de BLE 21%, sucre, OEUFS, chocolat 11% (pâte de cacao, sucre, beurre de cacao, émulsifiant : lécithines de SOJA, arôme naturel de vanille), sirop de glucose, LAIT entier en poudre, glucose en poudre, dextrose, arômes naturels (contient alcool), émulsifiants : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras et lécithines de SOJA, poudres à lever : diphosphates et carbonates de sodium, sel, cacao en poudre. traces éventuelles de fruits à coque et de moutarde. Origines: farine de BLÉ et OEUFS europe. Sucre europe et/ou afrique*. Cacao afrique et/ou amérique*. *selon les approvisionnements.

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