Why is Canistrelli aux amandes classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra‑processed because the formulation includes refined wheat flour, added sugars, invert sugar, sunflower oil and a raising agent made of diphosphate disodique (E450i) and sodium bicarbonate (E500ii), together with a flavoring ingredient; these industrial components and the extensive processing steps place it in NOVA group 4.

How does the sugar and salt content in Canistrelli aux amandes affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 23 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making the biscuit unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while the very low 0.25 g of salt is unlikely to impact hypertension; overall the product is high‑carbohydrate and should be consumed sparingly by those managing blood‑sugar or weight.

Is the almond ingredient in this product a concern for nut allergies?

Yes, the biscuits contain 10 % almonds, which are listed as an allergen; consumers with tree‑nut allergies should avoid this product.

Afa biscuiterie • 350 g

Canistrelli aux amandes

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Canistrelli aux amandes are traditional Corsican almond biscuits produced in France and packaged in a plastic bag. They belong to the sugary snacks and biscuits and cakes category, carry a Nutri‑Score of D and are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), with 23 g of sugar, 15 g of fat (including only 1.6 g saturated fat) and a low 0.25 g of salt per 100 g, offering a modest protein content of 8.5 g. The product contains egg, wheat gluten and almonds, is labeled palm‑oil‑free, and receives an Eco‑Score of C reflecting moderate environmental impact.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal389 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Carbohydrates55 g

Sugars23 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this biscuit provides lower amounts of sugar (23 g vs 28.98 g), fat (15 g vs 17.65 g), saturated fat (1.6 g vs 7.8 g), salt (0.25 g vs 1.98 g) and energy (389 kcal vs 418 kcal) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Farine de _blé_, sucre, _œufs_, _amandes_ 10%, huile de tournesol, sucre inverti, poudre à lever (diphosphate disodique, carbonate acide de sodium), arôme.

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Afa Biscuiterie

350 g