Why is Batonnets chocolat au lait classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The NOVA system assigns a product to group 4 when it contains industrial formulations, added sugars, refined fats and food‑type additives. This biscuit stick includes added sugar, refined butter, and the raising agent sodium carbonate (E500), which are typical markers of ultra‑processed foods.

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

With 31 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control. The 0.74 g of salt per 100 g adds about 300 mg of sodium, which may contribute to higher blood pressure in hypertensive individuals.

Is this product suitable for gluten‑free, vegan, or keto diets?

No. The ingredient list contains wheat flour and whole‑wheat flour, so it is not gluten‑free. Milk powder and butter mean it is not vegan, and the high carbohydrate content (60 g sugars and starches per 100 g) makes it incompatible with a keto regimen.

Evernat • 160g

Batonnets chocolat au lait

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Batonnets chocolat au lait are organic milk‑chocolate‑coated biscuit sticks sold in 160 g boxes and originated in France. They belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups, but carry a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA rating of 4, reflecting their ultra‑processed nature and high levels of sugars (31 g/100 g), saturated fat (15 g/100 g) and moderate salt (0.74 g/100 g). While the formulation includes whole‑grain cereals that provide 3 g of fiber and 8 g of protein per 100 g, the overall energy density is high at 504 kcal, making it a treat rather than a nutritious staple.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal504 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat15 g

Carbohydrates60 g

Sugars31 g

Comparative Analysis

Its sugar (31 g), total fat (25 g) and saturated fat (15 g) per 100 g all exceed the average values for sugary snacks (28.98 g sugar, 17.65 g fat, 7.8 g saturated fat).

Ingredients

Céréales* 49% [farine de _blé_*, céréales complètes* 20% (farine complète de _blé_*, flocons complète d'_avoine_*)], chocolat au _lait_* 28% (sucre*, poudre de _lait_ entier*, beurre de cacao*, pâte de cacao*, arôme naturel de vanille*), sucre roux de canne*, _beurre_*, huile de colza*, poudre à lever: carbonates de sodium, sel marin. *ingrédients issus de l’Agriculture Biologique.

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