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

It is made from refined grains that are extruded, contains added sugars, flavorings, a calcium carbonate fortifier and an emulsifier (E322 lecithins), all of which are characteristic of NOVA 4 products.

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

With 19.9 g of sugar per 100 g, Chocapic can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, which is problematic for diabetes management; however, its low salt (0.2 g) means it does not significantly contribute to hypertension, though the high sugar still poses cardiovascular risks.

Is the gluten in Chocapic a concern for people with celiac disease?

Yes; the cereal lists wheat flour and whole‑wheat flour as primary ingredients, providing gluten, so it is not safe for anyone requiring a gluten‑free diet.

Nestlé, Chocapic • 375 g

Chocapic

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Chocapic is a chocolate‑flavored breakfast cereal made from whole‑wheat flour, wheat flour, cornmeal and chocolate powder, fortified with calcium, iron and seven vitamins. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified in the NOVA 4 group, reflecting its status as an ultra‑processed, extruded cereal that contains added sugars (19.9 g per 100 g) and a small amount of saturated fat (1.1 g). The product contains gluten and may have traces of milk and nuts, making it unsuitable for people with those allergies, while its fiber (7.7 g) and protein (8.5 g) provide some nutritional benefits.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal384 kcal

Fat4.4 g

Saturated Fat1.1 g

Carbohydrates73.8 g

Sugars19.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average chocolate breakfast cereal (14.2 g sugar, 9.1 g fat and 1.7 g salt per 100 g), Chocapic is higher in sugar (19.9 g), lower in fat (4.4 g) and much lower in salt (0.2 g).

Ingredients

Farine de BLÉ complet 37,5 %, farine de BLÉ 18,5 %, chocolat en poudre 18,1 % (sucre, cacao en poudre*), semoule de maïs, sirop de glucose, extrait de malt d'ORGE (ORGE, ORGE malté), huile de tournesol, carbonate de calcium, sucre, farine d'ORGE malté, émulsifiant : lécithines ; sel, arômes naturels, fer, vitamines B3, B5, D, B6, B1, B2, B9. Peut contenir du LAIT et des FRUITS À COQUE.

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