Why is Brownie with dark chocolate and toasted walnuts classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is considered ultra-processed because it blends refined wheat flour, added cane sugar, a chocolate coating, rapeseed oil, butter and other processed ingredients; although no specific additive codes are listed, the combination of refined components and added sugars places it in NOVA group 4.

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

With 29 g of sugar per 100 g, the brownie can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while its low salt (0.27 g) is less problematic for hypertension but the overall high calorie and fat load still require moderation.

Is the walnut content in this brownie a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes, walnuts are listed as an allergen and the product may also contain traces of other nuts and soy, so it is not safe for individuals with nut allergies.

Bonneterre • 285 g

Brownie au chocolat noir et noix grillées

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

This organic brownie combines dark chocolate and toasted walnuts, belonging to the sugary snacks and biscuits-and-cakes groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra-processed nature with added sugars, refined wheat flour and a chocolate coating. Nutritionally it is high in fat (33 g), saturated fat (8.8 g) and sugars (29 g) per 100 g, while salt is low at 0.27 g, making it an energy-dense treat.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal496 kcal

Fat33 g

Saturated Fat8.8 g

Carbohydrates42 g

Sugars29 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average snack/brownie values, its sugar (29 g/100 g) is on par with the 28.98 g average, but its fat (33 g) and saturated fat (8.8 g) far exceed typical levels (17.6 g fat, 7.8 g sat fat), while its salt (0.27 g) is well below the 1.98 g average.

Ingredients

Œufs* frais 21%, sucre de canne*, huile de colza, farine de blé 10%, chocolat de couverture 10% (pâte de cacao", sucre de canne, beurre de cacao*, extrait de vanille*), noix* 6,2%, pépites de chocolat 4,9% (pâte de cacao*, sucre de canne*, beurre de cacao, extrait de vanille), sirop de blé, amidon de blé*, beurre* pâtissier (lait), cacao* maigre en poudre, sel de Guérande, arôme naturel de vanille. *Ingrédients issus de l'agriculture biologique. Peut contenir d'autres fruits à coque et du soja.

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