Why is Monster Munch Cheddar classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from refined starches, isolated vegetable oils, cheese powders and a range of industrial ingredients; the only listed additive is the emulsifier mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), plus added sugar, natural flavouring and a small amount of salt.

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

With 4.1 g of sugars per 100 g, it can cause a moderate rise in blood glucose, while 1.5 g of salt exceeds the World Health Organization’s recommendation of less than 0.5 g salt per serving, potentially worsening hypertension if consumed frequently.

Is the cheddar cheese powder in this product a concern for people with milk allergy?

Yes; the snack contains cheddar cheese powder, whey powder, skimmed milk powder and butter, all derived from milk, so it is not safe for individuals allergic to dairy.

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Monster Munch Goût Cheddar

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Product Insights

Monster Munch Cheddar is a puffed, cheddar‑flavored snack produced in France and belongs to the salty‑snack/appetizer category. It receives a Nutri‑Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, marking it as an ultra‑processed product. Per 100 g it supplies 497 kcal, 25 g fat (2.9 g saturated), 1.5 g salt, 4.1 g sugars and 4.8 g fiber, offering high energy and fat while keeping sugars low and providing modest fiber.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal497 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat2.9 g

Carbohydrates61 g

Sugars4.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty snack (23.6 g fat, 5.1 g saturated fat, 3.8 g sugars, 52.4 g salt and 471 kcal per 100 g), this snack contains slightly more total fat, considerably less saturated fat, a bit more sugar, far less salt and a higher calorie content.

Ingredients

Amidons (maïs et pommes de terre), huiles végétales (tournesol, colza), pommes de terre en poudre 21%, farine de blé, chapelure de blé, arôme naturel, fibre de maïs, sucre, sel, lactosérum en poudre (lait), lait écrémé en poudre, fromages en poudre (dont cheddar) (lait), beurre (lait), protéine de lait, romarin, paprika en poudre, émulsifiant : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras (origine végétale).

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