Why is Brioche tressée Bio pur beurre classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The brioche is considered ultra‑processed because it combines refined ingredients, multiple processing steps such as leavening, baking, and flavor addition, and includes an industrial additive, E1510 (tricalcium phosphate), which is used as an anti‑caking agent.

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

With 13 g of sugars per 100 g, the brioche can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control; the 0.86 g of salt per 100 g contributes to daily sodium intake and may exacerbate hypertension, so consumption should be limited for those conditions.

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

Yes, the brioche contains 15 % fresh eggs, which are a known allergen; anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this product to prevent allergic reactions.

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Brioche tressée Bio pur beurre

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Brioche tressée Bio pur beurre is an organic, pure‑butter braided brioche classified under the sugary snacks and pastries groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is placed in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, with 13 g of sugars, 12 g of fat (7.1 g saturated) and 0.86 g of salt per 100 g, which are lower than typical snack averages but still relatively high. The product contains allergens such as eggs, gluten and milk, and includes the additive E1510 (tricalcium phosphate) along with rum and orange‑blossom flavouring.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal351 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat7.1 g

Carbohydrates54 g

Sugars13 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack, this brioche has less sugar (13 g vs 16.63 g), less fat (12 g vs 17.26 g), less saturated fat (7.1 g vs 8.76 g) and lower salt (0.86 g vs 1.94 g per 100 g).

Ingredients

Farine de blé 52%, œufs frais 15%, sucre de canne roux 15% (origine non UE), beurre 12%, levain 6% (farine de blé 2%, eau), levure, sel marin gris, rhum, arôme naturel de fleur d'oranger, gluten de blé, alcool éthylique de blé.

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Carrefour BIO, Carrefour

400 g