Why is Vanilla Collection classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the formulation combines concentrated dairy, added sugars, emulsifiers and a chemical leavening agent; the only listed additives are sodium bicarbonate (E500 ii) and a natural vanilla flavor, both authorized food additives.

How does the sugar and salt content in Vanilla Collection affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 18.8 g of sugar and 0.46 g of salt per 100 ml, the ice cream delivers a rapid glucose spike and a moderate sodium load, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic or low-salt dietary plans without careful portion control.

Based on the ingredient list, is this ice cream suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten-free diets?

The product contains fresh cream, skimmed milk and butter, so it is not vegan or suitable for strict keto regimens; it is labelled gluten-free and contains no pork or alcohol, making it permissible for halal diets, while macadamia nuts may be an allergen for some.

Häagen-Dazs • 4 X 95 ml

Vanilla Collection

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Vanilla Collection is a premium vanilla ice cream made by Haagen-Dazs, sold in four 95 ml tubs (total 380 ml) and classified in the milk and dairy products group (ice-cream). It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is placed in NOVA group 4, with 18.8 g of sugars and 10.4 g of saturated fat per 100 ml, making it high in sugar and saturated fat while providing 4.3 g of protein and 0.1 g of fiber. It contains real vanilla flavor, fresh cream, macadamia nuts and coconut oil and is labelled gluten-free, but it also includes added sugar, sodium bicarbonate and allergens (milk, nuts).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal251 kcal

Fat17 g

Saturated Fat10.4 g

Carbohydrates20 g

Sugars18.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen dessert, this ice cream contains less sugar (18.8 g vs 21.35 g per 100 g) but higher total fat (17 g vs 11.56 g) and saturated fat (10.4 g vs 7.43 g), while its salt level (0.46 g) is well below the category average.

Ingredients

Crème fraiche (35%), lait écrémé concentré, sucre, jaune d'ceuf sirop de glucose, noix de macadamia, huile de noix de coco, beurre, poudre à lever: bicarbonate de sodium; sel, arôme naturel de vanille.

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