Why is Les P'tites Madeleines Nature classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The biscuits are made from refined wheat flour, added sugars, oil, eggs and several functional ingredients that are industrially produced, which places them in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. The label lists two additives: glycerol (E422) used as a stabiliser and ammonium carbonates (E503) used as a raising agent.

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

With 26 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuits can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making them unsuitable for strict diabetic control. The salt level of 0.38 g is lower than many snacks, but regular consumption could still contribute to overall sodium intake for people managing hypertension.

Is the presence of eggs, gluten, milk, and possible nut traces in this product a concern for people with common food allergies?

Yes. The ingredient list declares eggs, wheat (gluten) and milk as allergens, and the packaging notes possible traces of nuts. Consumers with egg, gluten, cow‑milk or nut allergies should avoid these madeleines.

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Les P'tites Madeleines Nature

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Les P'tites Madeleines Nature are traditional French madeleine biscuits produced in Brittany and sold in bulk bags. They belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits & cakes families, delivering 451 kcal per 100 g with high levels of fat (23 g) and sugars (26 g), moderate salt (0.38 g), low fiber (0.9 g) and 5.6 g of protein. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and carries a Nutri‑Score of D, featuring additives such as glycerol (E422) and ammonium carbonates (E503) and allergens including eggs, gluten, milk and possible nut traces.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal451 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates55 g

Sugars26 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this madeleine contains slightly less sugar (26 g vs 28.98 g) and much less salt (0.38 g vs 1.98 g) but considerably more fat (23 g vs 17.65 g).

Ingredients

Farine de BLÉ 31.8% – Sucre – Huile de colza – OEUFS entiers 16% – Stabilisant : glycérol – Sirop de glucose – Sel – Poudre à lever : carbonates d'ammonium – Arôme naturel de vanille avec autres arômes naturels – Arôme naturel. Peut contenir : FRUITS À COQUE, LAIT, SOJA.

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Ker Cadélac

445 g