Why is the Madeleine classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from refined semi‑whole‑wheat flour, added cane sugar, butter and several processing aids such as raising agents; these steps and the presence of added sugars, natural flavourings and two food‑grade additives – calcium phosphate (E341) and sodium carbonate (E500) – place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

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

With 30 g of sugar per 100 g, the Madeleine can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and is unsuitable for a diabetic eating plan, while the 0.42 g of salt, although lower than many snacks, still contributes to daily sodium intake and may be problematic for people managing hypertension.

Is the butter in these madeleines a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, butter is a dairy ingredient and is listed as an allergen; it contains milk proteins that can trigger reactions in individuals with dairy allergy or cause discomfort for those who are lactose intolerant, so the product should be avoided by these consumers.

La Vie Claire • 250 g

Madeleine

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Madeleine are organic semi‑whole‑wheat madeleines sold by La Vie Claire, classified in the sugary snacks and biscuits & cakes groups. They carry a poor Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 rating, with high fat (23 g), saturated fat (5.3 g), sugars (30 g) and moderate protein (6.1 g), low salt (0.42 g), added sugars, natural flavourings and two additives (calcium phosphate E341 and sodium carbonate E500). The product benefits from organic certification and whole‑grain flour, giving it an Eco‑Score A, but it is ultra‑processed, high in fat and sugar, and contains dairy and egg allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal447 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat5.3 g

Carbohydrates53 g

Sugars30 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet‑snack profile, these madeleines provide more fat (23 g vs 17.6 g) and calories (447 kcal vs 418 kcal), slightly more sugar (30 g vs 28.9 g), but considerably less salt (0.42 g vs 1.98 g) and saturated fat, while offering lower fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Farine de blé demi complète* T80 31%, Sucre de canne*, oeufs frais* 20% , huile de colza*, sirop de riz*, beurre*, arômes naturels (contient alcool), poudres à lever : phosphate de calcium, carbonates de sodium, sel. *Ingrédients agricoles issus de l'Agriculture Biologique. Peut contenir des traces de soja et de fruits à coque.

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