Why is Biscuits with milk chocolate tablets classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The biscuit combines refined wheat flour, added sugars, palm‑derived vegetable fat, milk‑based ingredients and several functional additives such as emulsifier lecithin (E322), emulsifier E322i, acidifier citric acid (E330) and a flavoring (E503), all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods, therefore assigning it to NOVA group 4.

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

With 30 g of sugar and 12 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the biscuit can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and raise LDL cholesterol, while its 0.67 g of salt is moderate; overall it is not recommended for people managing diabetes or hypertension.

Is the presence of milk, gluten, eggs, peanuts and soy in this biscuit a concern for common food allergies?

Yes; the product lists milk, gluten (from wheat flour and possible cross‑contamination), eggs, peanuts and soy as allergens, so individuals with any of these sensitivities should avoid consuming it.

Filet Bleu, Top budget • 150 g (12 biscuits)

Biscuits avec tablettes de chocolat au lait

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Biscuits with milk chocolate tablets are a sweet snack belonging to the Sugary snacks family. They are ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and carry a Nutri‑Score of E, offering 489 kcal per 100 g with high sugar (30 g), high fat (21 g) including saturated fat (12 g), modest salt (0.67 g) and modest protein (7 g), while fiber is low at 2.2 g. The product contains allergens such as milk, gluten, eggs, peanuts and soy, making it unsuitable for vegan, gluten‑free or allergy‑sensitive diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal489 kcal

Fat21 g

Saturated Fat12 g

Carbohydrates67 g

Sugars30 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack, this biscuit provides more sugar, fat and saturated fat but less salt, resulting in a higher calorie content than typical category averages.

Ingredients

Farine de blé 42%, chocolat au lait 40% (sucre, beurre de cacao, poudre de lait écrémé, pâte de cacao, lactose**, matière grasse de lait, cacao maigre en poudre, émulsifiant : lecithine (soja), arôme), sucre, matière grasse végétale (palme), sirop de glucose de blé, amidon de blé, poudres à lever: carbonates d'ammonium carbonates de sodium, sel, lactose** et protéines de lait, acidifiant: acide citrique. **dont lait. Traces éventuelles d'autres céréales contenant du gluten, d'œufs, arachides et fruits à coque.

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