Why is Pitch Bio 6 apple brioches classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The brioche is made from refined wheat flour, added cane sugar, oil, and several processed components such as a fruit filling and leavening agents, which together place it in the NOVA 4 category for ultra‑processed foods. The only listed additive is E300, an ascorbic acid used as a flour‑treatment antioxidant.

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

With 24 g of sugar per 100 g, the brioche can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes without strict portion control. The 2 g of salt exceeds the average for sweet pastries and can contribute to elevated blood pressure, so it is not recommended for a hypertension‑friendly diet.

Is the wheat/gluten in Pitch Bio apple brioches a concern for people with celiac disease?

Yes. The product contains wheat flour and isolated gluten, both of which are sources of gluten protein. Individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should avoid this brioche.

Pitch

Pitch Bio 6 brioches pomme

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Pitch Bio 6 apple brioches are organic sweet snack pastries that belong to the sugary snacks family. Per 100 g they deliver 329 kcal, 24 g of sugars, 2 g of salt, 8.3 g of fat and 3.3 g of fiber, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of E, which reflects the high sugar and salt levels despite a modest fat content and a decent fiber amount. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), contains the additive E300 (ascorbic acid) and lists several allergens such as wheat, gluten, eggs, milk, lupin, soy and possible cross‑contact with nuts and peanuts.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal329 kcal

Fat8.3 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates59 g

Sugars24 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sweet pastries, this brioche has considerably more sugar (24 g vs 16.6 g) and slightly higher salt (2 g vs 1.9 g), while its fat (8.3 g) and saturated fat (1.5 g) are well below typical levels, and it offers more fiber (3.3 g vs 2.3 g) but lower protein (5.9 g vs 7.1 g).

Ingredients

Farine de BLÉ* 36% - Fourrage à la pomme* 28% (sucre de canne*, purée de pomme* 10%, extrait de BLE*, jus concentré de citrons*, arôme naturel de pomme)- Sucre de canne* - ŒUFS entiers* 7% - Huile de tournesol* - Levain d'EPEAUTRE* 5% - Levure - Fibres d'AVOINE* - GLUTEN de BLE* - BEURRE* - Sel - Epaississant : farine de graines de caroube* - Agent de traitement de la farine : acide ascorbique - Protéines de LAIT*. *Ingrédients issus de l'agriculture biologique. Ce produit contient du BLÉ, du GLUTEN, des EUFS, de l'EPEAUTRE de l'AVOINE, du BEURRE, du LAIT et a pu être en contact avec de l'arachide, des fruits à coque, du lupin et du soja.

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