Why is Tranches de cakes abricots & muesli classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The cake is considered ultra‑processed because it combines many industrial ingredients and additives that are not used in traditional home cooking. Its additive list includes potassium sorbate (E202) as a preservative, sulphur dioxide (E220) for preservation, citric acid (E330) as an acidulant, glycerol (E422) as a humectant, mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471) as an emulsifier, and sodium carbonate (E500) as a raising agent, among others.

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

With 26 g of sugars per 100 g, the cake delivers a high glycemic load that can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control. Its salt level of 0.7 g per 100 g is moderate and lower than many snack cakes, but consuming large portions could still contribute to excess sodium intake for people managing hypertension.

Is the presence of fresh eggs in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes. Fresh eggs make up 17 % of the ingredient list and are highlighted as an allergen, so anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this cake to prevent allergic reactions.

U • 270 g

Tranches de cakes abricots & muesli 270g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Tranches de cakes abricots & muesli are sweet snack cakes that belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups. They carry a Nutri-Score of D and are classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, containing 19 g of fat, 26 g of sugars and 0.7 g of salt per 100 g, which is high in sugar and fat but relatively low in salt and provides 6.4 g of protein and 1.9 g of fiber. The product also lists several allergens (eggs, gluten, milk, sulphites) and seven additives such as potassium sorbate, sulphur dioxide, citric acid, glycerol, mono‑ and diglycerides, and sodium carbonate.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal406 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat2.1 g

Carbohydrates52 g

Sugars26 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this cake has slightly less sugar (26 g vs 28.98 g), more fat (19 g vs 17.65 g), lower salt (0.7 g vs 1.98 g) and a marginally lower energy value (406 kcal vs 418 kcal per 100 g).

Ingredients

Farine de BLE 25%, sucre, OEUFS frais 17%, huile de colza, abricots secs 8% (contient conservateur : ANHYDRIDE SULFUREUX), stabilisants : glycérol, muesli 5% (graines de lin brun, graines de tournesol, flocons d'AVOINE, graines de pavot), sirop de glucose, poudre de LAIT entier, amidon modifié de maïs, arôme naturel d'abricot, émulsifiant : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, poudres à lever : carbonates de sodium, acidifiant : acide citrique, sel, conservateur : sorbate de potassium. traces éventuelles de graines de sésame, soja et de fruits à coques.

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