Why is Crousty Chicken Texas BBQ Doux classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines a processed meat core with a breaded coating, added sugars, flavorings and a gelling agent, which are criteria for the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. Its ingredient list includes carrageenan (E407) as a gelling agent, added sugars, a smoked flavoring, and a mixture of spices, all of which contribute to the classification.

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

With only 1.6 g of sugars per 100 g, the product has a low impact on blood glucose levels, making it relatively suitable for diabetics when consumed in moderation. However, the 1.3 g of salt per 100 g is moderate and can contribute to higher sodium intake, which may be a concern for people managing hypertension.

Is the wheat flour in this product a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes, wheat flour is present in the breaded coating and is a source of gluten; the product is therefore not safe for individuals with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

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Product Insights

Crousty Chicken Texas BBQ Doux is a breaded chicken nugget product that falls within the Meat category of the PNNS food groups. Per 100 g it provides 16 g of protein and 1.4 g of fiber, while delivering 11 g of fat (1.9 g saturated), 1.3 g of salt and 1.6 g of sugars, giving it a relatively high protein content but a moderate amount of fat and salt. The item is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and carries a Nutri‑Score of C; it also lists wheat flour, so it contains gluten.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal215 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat1.9 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars1.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average chicken nugget profile, this product has lower sugar (1.6 g vs 2.15 g), lower salt (1.3 g vs 3.21 g) and less protein (16 g vs 19.9 g) while its fat content (11 g) is slightly below the category average of 12.38 g.

Ingredients

Viande de hauts de cuisse de poulet : 71%, panure 16% % (eau, farine de BLÉ, sel, chapelure (farine de BLÉ, huile de tournesol, levure, sel, sucre, épices ( paprika, curcuma)), eau, sucre, sel, arôme (dont arôme de fumée), poudre de tomate, extrait de levure, dextrose de blé, poudre d'oignon, poudre d'ail, sucre caramélisé, épices, extrait d'épices, fécule de pomme de terre, gélifiant : carraghénanes. Huile de tournesol.

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