Why is Dessert végétal soja au chocolat classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines multiple refined ingredients such as soy juice, cane sugar, tapioca starch, cocoa powders, flavorings and a thickening agent, which requires industrial processing; the only additive listed is carrageenan (E407), used as a stabiliser.

How does the sugar and salt content of this dessert affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 11 g of sugar and 0.12 g of salt per 100 g, the dessert adds a noticeable amount of simple carbohydrates that can raise blood‑glucose levels, while its low salt poses less of a direct risk for blood‑pressure management; however, people on strict diabetic or hypertensive diets should limit portion sizes.

Is the soy ingredient in this dessert a concern for people with soy allergies?

Yes, soy is the main ingredient (83 % soy juice) and is listed as an allergen; individuals with soy allergy should avoid this product, as even trace amounts can trigger reactions.

U, U Bio • 530 g

Dessert végétal soja au chocolat, brique 530g

Beverages

Product Insights

This 530 g brick of organic soy‑based chocolate dessert is sold in French supermarkets and is certified organic and French‑grown soy. It belongs to the "Beverages" and "Sweetened beverages" PNNS groups, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), delivering 94 kcal, 11 g of sugars, 1.9 g of fat, 0.12 g of salt, 3.5 g of protein and 1.4 g of fiber per 100 g. While it offers plant‑based protein, fiber and low saturated fat, it contains added sugar, a modest amount of fat, carrageenan (E407) as a thickener, and a soy allergen, which may be concerns for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal94 kcal

Fat1.9 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates15 g

Sugars11 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant‑based dessert, this soy chocolate pudding contains less sugar (11 g vs 15.7 g) and salt (0.12 g vs 0.35 g) but more protein (3.5 g vs 1.06 g), fiber (1.4 g vs 0.8 g), and calories (94 kcal vs 81 kcal), while its fat is higher (1.9 g vs 0.73 g).

Ingredients

Jus de SOJA 83% (eau, graines de SOJA* 7% **), sucre de canne*, amidon de manioc*, poudre de cacao maigre* 2,7%, chocolat en poudre* 1% (sucre*, cacao en poudre*), épaississants : carraghénanes, arôme naturel de vanille, sel. *ingrédient issu de l'agriculture biologique. **pourcentage exprimé sur le jus de SOJA.

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