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

Spofy is placed in NOVA 4 because its recipe relies on refined flours, multiple sweeteners and industrial ingredients rather than whole foods; the product includes sorbitol (E420), glycerine (E422), dextrose, invert sugar, potassium sorbate (E202), citric acid (E330), soy lecithin (E322) and raising agents such as sodium bicarbonate/pyrophosphate.

How does the sugar content in Spofy affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 32.8 g of sugar per 100 g, Spofy can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, so it is unsuitable for people managing diabetes and should be limited in a diabetic diet; its salt level is low, so it is less of a concern for hypertension, but the high sugar still outweighs any benefit.

Is the milk powder in Spofy a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, Spofy contains milk powder and whey powder, both derived from dairy, making it unsafe for individuals with milk allergy or lactose intolerance and incompatible with a dairy‑free diet.

henry's • 50g

Spofy

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Spofy is a chocolate‑flavored madeleine biscuit marketed as a sweet snack and belongs to the Sugary snacks group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with several additives such as sorbitol (E420), glycerine (E422), potassium sorbate (E202) and soy lecithin. While it provides a modest amount of fiber and low saturated fat, it is high in sugars (32.8 g per 100 g) and contains common allergens (eggs, gluten, milk and soy), making it a treat to be consumed sparingly.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Added Sugars18.2 g

Fruits & Vegetables0 %

Comparative Analysis

Spofy contains 32.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is above the average 28.98 g for sugary snacks, and its fiber content of 1.4 g falls short of the 3.07 g average.

Ingredients

Farine de froment, sucre, huile végétale, œufs pasteurisés, dextrose, sorbitol, glycérine, Sucre inverti, poudre de cacao, poudre de lait, poudre de lactosérum, agents levants (pyrophosphate de sodium bicarbonate de sodium), sel, sorbate de potassium, acidifiant d'acide citrique), emulsifiant (lecithine de soja), aromes, contient du gluten, oeufs, lait et ses dérives et lécithine de soja

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