Why is Pancakes classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The mix combines refined wheat flour, added dextrose and sugar, refined oils and several processing aids such as glycerol (E422), diphosphates (E450i), sodium carbonates (E500), and an emulsifier of mono‑ and diglycerides (E471), which are typical of ultra‑processed foods and place it in NOVA group 4.

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

With 28 g of sugar and 0.89 g of salt per 100 g, regular consumption can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and increase sodium intake, posing challenges for blood‑sugar control and blood‑pressure management; it should therefore be eaten only occasionally and in small portions by people with diabetes or hypertension.

Is the wheat flour in this product a concern for gluten‑intolerant individuals?

Yes, the product contains 25 % wheat flour, which is a major source of gluten, and the allergens list explicitly flags wheat; therefore it is not suitable for anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Carrefour • 320 g

Pancakes

Crepes And Galettes

Product Insights

Pancakes are a ready‑to‑cook cereal‑based product (PNNS group: cereals and cereal products) marketed by Carrefour with a Nutri‑Score of D and classified in NOVA group 4. The formula provides a decent 7.1 g of protein per 100 g and keeps saturated fat low at 2.2 g, while avoiding palm oil. However, it contains 28 g of sugars, 0.89 g of salt and several food‑additives such as glycerol, diphosphates, sodium carbonates and emulsifier E471, making it highly processed.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal349 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat2.2 g

Carbohydrates50 g

Sugars28 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average for similar products, this Pancake mix has markedly higher sugar (28 g vs 11.1 g), higher salt (0.89 g vs 0.7 g), slightly more fat and protein, but lower saturated fat and fiber.

Ingredients

Farine de _blé_ 25%, _oeufs_ entiers 23%, dextrose, sucre, huile de colza, poudre de _lait_ entier, stabilisant : glycérol, eau, _lactose_, poudres à lever (contient _blé_) : diphosphates et carbonates de sodium, émulsifiant : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, arôme naturel de vanille (contient alcool), sel.

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