Why is Petit pot de crème saveur vanille aux œufs frais classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labeled NOVA 4 because the formulation combines several industrial ingredients such as refined sugar, skimmed‑milk powder, corn starch and a flavoring (aroma), and the product is baked in a pot; no numbered food additives are listed, but the added sugars and flavoring qualify it as ultra‑processed.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content in this vanilla custard affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 14 g of sugar per 100 g, the custard can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while its 6.2 g of saturated fat per 100 g may raise LDL cholesterol; however, the salt level is low (0.1 g), so it has minimal direct impact on blood pressure.

Is the fresh egg ingredient in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes, the product contains 12 % fresh eggs, so anyone with an egg allergy should avoid it, and it also lists milk as an allergen, which is relevant for those with dairy sensitivities.

Carrefour, Carrefour Original • 400 g (4 x 100 g)

Petit pot de crème saveur vanille aux oeufs frais

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

This French vanilla custard dessert, sold in a 400 g pack of four 100 g pots, is made primarily from whole milk (54 %), cream (20 %) and fresh eggs (12 %) and belongs to the "Milk and dairy products" group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product, reflecting its relatively high sugar (14 g per 100 g) and saturated fat (6.2 g per 100 g) together with modest protein (4.4 g) and low fiber. While it provides calcium and a creamy texture that many enjoy, the elevated sugar and saturated‑fat levels, plus the presence of egg and milk allergens, make it a treat best consumed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal167 kcal

Fat10 g

Saturated Fat6.2 g

Carbohydrates15 g

Sugars14 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy dessert, this vanilla custard contains almost double the fat (10 g vs 4.9 g), more than double the saturated fat (6.2 g vs 2.8 g) and about 27 % more sugar (14 g vs 11 g), while offering less protein and virtually no fiber.

Ingredients

Lait entier 54%, crème 20% (contient _lait_), _œufs_ frais 12%, sucre, poudre de _lait_ écrémé, amidon de maïs, arôme.

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Nestlé, La Laitière

(4x100g) 400g