Why does Crème fraîche épaisse 30% receive a Nutri‑Score of D and which nutrients lower its grade?

The low grade is driven primarily by its very high total fat (30 g) and saturated fat (20 g) per 100 ml, which generate a large number of negative points in the Nutri‑Score algorithm; low sugar and salt do not offset these points.

How does the high saturated‑fat content of this cream affect heart‑healthy or low‑fat diets?

At 20 g of saturated fat per 100 ml, the cream contributes a significant amount of the daily recommended limit (about 10 % of the 20 g reference intake), so regular consumption can raise LDL cholesterol and is generally not advised for heart‑healthy or low‑saturated‑fat eating plans.

Is the milk ingredient in this cream a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes; the product lists cream (milk) as its main ingredient and is labeled with a milk allergen, so it should be avoided by anyone allergic to dairy or who cannot tolerate lactose.

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Crème fraîche épaisse 30%

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Crème fraîche épaisse 30% is a thick, fresh dairy cream made from cream and lactic ferment cultures, containing 30 % milk fat. It belongs to the Milk and dairy products group, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as a NOVA 1 food, indicating minimal processing. The product is low in sugar and salt but very high in total and saturated fat, which limits its suitability for low‑fat or heart‑healthy diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal288 kcal

Fat30.2 g

Saturated Fat20.2 g

Carbohydrates2.9 g

Sugars2.9 g

Comparative Analysis

With about 30 g of fat and 20 g of saturated fat per 100 ml, this cream contains roughly five times the average fat and saturated fat of typical dairy products, while its sugar (2.9 g) and salt (0.1 g) are well below the category averages.

Ingredients

_Crème_, ferments lactiques.

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