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

The product is made from multiple refined ingredients such as cane sugar and milk powder and includes an emulsifier (sunflower lecithin, listed as additive E322), which are hallmarks of ultra‑processed foods, leading to its NOVA 4 classification.

How does the sugar and salt content in Dessert lait affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 44 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while its low salt (0.26 g) poses minimal concern for hypertension but the overall high calorie and saturated‑fat load can impact heart health.

Is the whole‑milk powder in Dessert lait a concern for people with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the product contains whole‑milk powder, which is a known milk allergen and also provides lactose; individuals with milk allergy or lactose intolerance should avoid this chocolate.

Carrefour BIO,Carrefour • 200 g

Dessert lait

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Dessert lait is an organic milk chocolate bar (200 g) made with cane sugar, whole‑milk powder, cocoa butter, cocoa paste, sunflower lecithin and vanilla extract. It belongs to the sugary snacks and chocolate products groups, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting its high sugar (44 g), fat (39 g) and saturated fat (24 g) per 100 g, though it provides 8.7 g protein and 2.8 g fiber. The bar is certified organic, contains milk (an allergen) and may have traces of nuts and gluten; its salt level is low (0.26 g) but the overall nutrient profile is high in calories (575 kcal) and added sugars.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal575 kcal

Fat39 g

Saturated Fat24 g

Carbohydrates46 g

Sugars44 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack bar (40.2 g sugar, 33.1 g fat, 19.0 g saturated fat, 0.42 g salt per 100 g), this chocolate contains slightly more sugar (44 g), considerably more fat (39 g) and saturated fat (24 g) while having a lower salt content.

Ingredients

Sucre de canne*, poudre de _lait_ entier* 24,8%, beurre de cacao*, pâte de cacao*, émulsifiant : lécithines* (tournesol), extrait de vanille*. *biologique. Cacao : 40% minimum. Peut contenir des traces de fruits à coque et de céréales contenant du gluten. 26% des fèves de cacao sont issues du programme Transparence Cacao.

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