Why is 4 Chocolat 70% de cacao classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It combines refined ingredients like sugar, cocoa paste, cocoa butter, milk fat, cream, glucose syrup and multiple emulsifiers and stabilizers, which are hallmarks of ultra‑processed foods. The label lists additives E322/E322i (soy lecithins), E412 (guar gum), E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids) and E476 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate).

How does the high sugar and saturated fat content in this ice‑cream bar affect people with diabetes or high blood pressure?

The 25 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while 14 g of saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol and exacerbate hypertension. Although salt is low, the overall high calorie and saturated‑fat load may increase cardiovascular risk if consumed regularly.

Is the soy lecithin used in this product a concern for people with soy allergy?

Yes. Soy lecithin (listed as E322/E322i) is derived from soybeans and may contain trace protein residues that can trigger allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to soy.

Picard • 250 g

4 Chocolat 70% de cacao

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

4 Chocolat 70% de cacao is a French-made frozen chocolate‑coated ice‑cream bar that falls under the Milk and dairy products and Ice cream categories. It is high in fat (23 g), saturated fat (14 g) and sugars (25 g) per 100 g, low in salt, provides 4.3 g of fiber, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4). The product contains milk and soy allergens and includes several additives such as E322, E322i, E412, E471 and E476, while offering a 70 % cocoa coating and added fiber.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal340 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat14 g

Carbohydrates28 g

Sugars25 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen ice‑cream bar, this product contains considerably more fat, saturated fat and sugars, but far less salt.

Ingredients

chocolat noir avec du lait 32%, eau, lait écrémé réhydraté, crème liquide 10,4%, sirop de glucose, sucre, cacao en poudre 4%, chocolat noir à 70% de cacao 3,2%, fève de cacao hachée 3,2%, lactosérum doux en poudre, mono - et diglycérides d'acide gras d'origine végétale, gomme guar, farine de graines de caroube, cacao maigre en poudre 0,1%.

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