Why is Le petit goûter chocolat au lait classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it combines multiple refined ingredients, added sugars, and processed dairy components, and it includes three food‑grade additives: E414 (acacia gum) as a thickener, E500 (sodium carbonate) and E503 (ammonium carbonate) as raising agents.

How does the sugar and salt content of this biscuit affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 29 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuit can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while its 0.62 g of salt is moderate but still contributes to overall sodium intake, which may be a concern for hypertension if consumed in large amounts.

Is the milk ingredient in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes; the biscuit contains skimmed milk powder, whole milk powder and milk‑based chocolate, all of which provide lactose and milk proteins that can trigger allergic reactions or discomfort in individuals with lactose intolerance.

La Vie Claire • 185 g

Le petit goûter chocolat au lait

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Le petit goûter chocolat au lait is an organic, French‑made milk‑chocolate sandwich biscuit that falls under the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes families. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting a highly processed product with 29 g of sugars, 22 g of fat (7.1 g saturated) and 0.62 g of salt per 100 g, all of which exceed average values for its category. While it supplies 9.2 g of protein and 2.9 g of fiber, it also contains added sugars, several additives (E414, E500, E503) and common allergens such as milk, eggs and gluten, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal496 kcal

Fat22 g

Saturated Fat7.1 g

Carbohydrates64 g

Sugars29 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this biscuit is higher in fat, carbohydrates and energy, similar in sugar, but lower in salt and saturated fat, while providing more protein.

Ingredients

FARINE DE BLÉ T65* 50%, SUCRE DE CANNE ROUX NON RAFFINÉ*, HUILE DE TOURNESOL OLÉIQUE*, LAIT ÉCREMÉ EN POUDRE*, CHOCOLAT AU LAIT* 7,5% (SUCRE DE CANNE*, BEURRE DE CACAO*, LAIT ENTIER EN POUDRE*, PATE DE CACAO*), OEUFS* 3,4%, BEURRE*, BEURRE DE CACAO*, POUDRE DE CACAO MAIGRE*, SEL MARIN NON RAFFINE, POUDRES A LEVER (CARBONATES DE SODIUM, CARBONATES D'AMMONIUM), EPAISSISSANT (GOMME D'ACACIA*), AMIDON DE BLE*. *INGREDIENTS AGRICOLES ISSUS DE L'AGRICULTURE BIOLOGIQUE. PEUT CONTENIR DES TRACES DE FRUITS À COQUE ET GRAINES DE SÉSAME.

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