Why is Creme dessert chocolate classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 rating because it is made from reconstituted milks, refined sugar, modified corn starch, cocoa powder and several industrial processing steps, and it contains the additives sodium citrate (E331) as an acidity regulator and carrageenan (E407) as a thickener.

How does the sugar content in Creme dessert chocolate affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 17 g of sugar per 100 g, the dessert can cause rapid blood-glucose spikes and should be limited or avoided by people with diabetes, while its low salt (0.2 g) has little impact on blood pressure but the high sugar still makes it unsuitable for a heart-healthy diet.

Is the milk in Creme dessert chocolate a concern for lactose-intolerant or milk-allergic consumers?

Yes, the product contains whole milk, skimmed milk and cream, so it is not safe for anyone with a milk allergy or lactose intolerance.

Carrefour • 500 g (4 x 125 g)

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Product Insights

Creme dessert chocolate is a refrigerated chocolate-flavored dairy dessert that falls under the Milk and dairy products group. It is rated Nutri-Score C and classified as an ultra-processed NOVA 4 product, containing 57% whole milk, 22% skimmed milk, 17 g of sugar, 1.9 g of saturated fat, 0.2 g of salt and 3.3 g of protein per 100 g, and includes additives such as sodium citrate (E331) and carrageenan (E407). Despite a high Eco-Score of A thanks to French-sourced dairy and low overall emissions, it is packaged in a non-recyclable plastic pot and seal, contributing to its processed nature.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal122 kcal

Fat3 g

Saturated Fat1.9 g

Carbohydrates20 g

Sugars17 g

Comparative Analysis

It contains 17 g of sugar per 100 g, well above the category average of 11.05 g, while its fat and salt levels are close to or below typical values and its protein content (3.3 g) is about half the average.

Ingredients

_Lait_ entier reconstitué 57% (_lait_ écrémé concentré, crème (contient _lait_)), _lait_ écrémé reconstitué 22% (_lait_ écrémé concentré), sucre, amidon modifié de maïs, cacao maigre en poudre, chocolat 2% (pâte de cacao, sucre, beurre de cacao), correcteur d'acidité : citrates de sodium, épaississant : carraghénanes.

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