Why is the Protein Bar with Seeds & Red Fruits classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar is rated NOVA 4 because it includes refined components such as rice syrup, added sugars, a natural raspberry flavour, and a processed oil, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods; the only listed additive is E306, a tocopherol‑rich antioxidant extract.

How does the sugar and fat content of this bar affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 19 g of sugars per 100 g, the bar adds a moderate carbohydrate load that diabetics should count toward their daily intake, while its very low salt (0.01 g) is suitable for hypertension, but the high total fat (33 g) may increase overall caloric density and should be consumed in moderation, especially for heart‑health‑focused diets.

Is the almond ingredient in this bar a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes, the bar contains almonds at 17 % and lists possible cross‑contamination with other nuts and milk, so anyone with a tree‑nut allergy should avoid it.

Carrefour, CarrefourCarrefour Sensation • 128 g (4 x 32 g)

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Product Insights

The "Protein Bar with Seeds & Red Fruits" is a 128 g snack comprising sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, almonds, oat flakes, dried cranberries and freeze‑dried raspberries, marketed by Carrefour as a protein‑rich, high‑fiber option for active consumers. It delivers 508 kcal per 100 g, with 33 g fat (high), 19 g sugars (high but below the typical snack bar average), 16 g protein and 9.7 g fiber, earning a Nutri‑Score of C and being classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, reflecting the presence of added sugars, rice syrup, and a natural raspberry flavor. The bar contains tree nuts (almonds) and oats, may have traces of milk, peanuts and other nuts, and includes the additive E306 (tocopherol‑rich extract) as its only listed additive.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal508 kcal

Fat33 g

Saturated Fat3.7 g

Carbohydrates33 g

Sugars19 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack bar, this product contains considerably less sugar (19 g vs 28.9 g) and far less salt (0.01 g vs 2.01 g), but its fat content is almost double (33 g vs 17.7 g).

Ingredients

graines de tournesol 27,5%, graines de courge 9%), sirop de riz, _amandes_ 17%, flocons d'_avoine_, canneberge sucrée séchée 8% (sucre, canneberge, huile de tournesol), framboise lyophilisée 2%, huile de tournesol, sirop de riz en poudre, arôme naturel de framboise, antioxydant : extrait riche en tocophérols. Peut contenir des traces de lait, arachides et autres fruits à coque

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