Why is Les Madeleines nappées de Chocolat au lait classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 label because the formulation relies on multiple industrial ingredients such as refined wheat flour, added sugars, vegetable oil, and emulsifiers; the listed additives are E322 (lecithins), E331 (sodium citrates), E422 (glycerol), E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids), and E500 (sodium carbonates).

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

With 28 g of sugar per 100 g, the madeleine provides a high glycemic load that can spike blood glucose, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while its 0.62 g of salt per 100 g is moderate but still adds to daily sodium intake, which may be problematic for hypertension if consumed frequently.

Is the egg ingredient in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes, the product contains 11 % egg, clearly declared as an allergen, so individuals with egg allergy should avoid it entirely.

Carrefour • 250 g

Les Madeleines nappées de Chocolat au lait

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The product is a chocolate‑glazed madeleine biscuit packaged in 250 g plastic sachets, sold by Carrefour in France and Spain. It belongs to the "Sugary snacks" group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting a high content of fat (27 g), saturated fat (7.1 g), sugars (28 g) and salt (0.62 g per 100 g). While it provides 473 kcal and 5.7 g of protein, its fiber is low (1.5 g) and it contains several additives (E322, E331, E422, E471, E500) and allergens (egg, gluten, milk, soy).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal473 kcal

Fat27 g

Saturated Fat7.1 g

Carbohydrates51 g

Sugars28 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sugary snacks, this madeleine contains similar sugar, much higher fat, slightly lower saturated fat, and considerably less salt.

Ingredients

Farine de blé 25%, chocolat au lait 18% (sucre, beurre de cacao, lait entier en poudre, pâte de cacao, arôme naturel de vanille, émulsifiant: lécithines de soja), huile de colza, sucre, œufs 11%, stabilisant : glycérol, sirop de sucre inverti, émulsifiant : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, lait écrémé en poudre, poudres à lever: carbonates de sodium et citrates de sodium (contient blé), fécule de manioc, sel, arôme naturel. Peut contenir des traces de fruits à coque.

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