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

It is classified as NOVA 4 because it is made from refined ingredients and includes industrial additives. The only additives listed are calcium phosphate (E341) and sodium carbonate (E500), which are used as leavening agents in the raising powder blend.

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

The 36 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes, while the 0.61 g of salt per 100 g adds to sodium intake and may be a concern for hypertension, especially when combined with other salty foods.

Are the eggs in this product a concern for people with egg allergy, and are they sourced from organic farming?

Yes, eggs are an explicit allergen in the ingredient list, so anyone with an egg allergy should avoid it. The label indicates that all ingredients, including the eggs, come from organic agriculture, so the eggs meet organic standards.

U, U Bio • 140 g

Gâteaux Mini moelleux bio aux pépites de chocolat 5 unités de 28g - 140g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

These mini organic chocolate chip soft cakes, sold as five 28 g portions for a total of 140 g, belong to the sugary snacks and biscuits and cakes categories. They receive a Nutri-Score of E and are classified as NOVA 4 ultra-processed, with high sugar (36 g per 100 g), high fat, moderate saturated fat and moderate salt (0.61 g per 100 g), and only 1.8 g of fiber. The product is certified organic, contains no palm oil and uses natural vanilla flavor, but includes eggs, wheat gluten and may have traces of milk, soy and nuts, making it unsuitable for those with these allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal460 kcal

Fat24 g

Saturated Fat5 g

Carbohydrates54 g

Sugars36 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this product contains more sugar (36 g vs 28.98 g per 100 g) but less salt (0.61 g vs 1.98 g per 100 g).

Ingredients

Farine de BLE*, sucre de canne*, OEUFS*, huile de colza*, pépites de chocolat* 15% (sucre*, pâte de cacao*, beurre de cacao*), sirop de blé*, arômes naturels de vanille (contient alcool), amidon*, poudres à lever : phosphates de calcium - carbonates de sodium, sel. *ingrédients issus de l agriculture biologique. Traces éventuelles de lait, de soja, de fruits à coque.

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