Why is Cappuccino Original classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from several industrial ingredients such as skimmed milk powder, whey powder, coconut oil, instant coffee and added sugars, which together place it in the ultra-processed category; the only listed additives are potassium phosphates (E340) used as a stabiliser and arabic gum (E414) used as a thickener.

How does the sugar and added-sugar content in Cappuccino Original affect people with diabetes or those monitoring blood sugar?

The product contains 5.6 g of total sugars per 100 g and an estimated 26.6 g of added sugars, which can cause rapid blood-glucose spikes; diabetics should treat it as a high-sugar item and limit consumption.

Is the skimmed milk powder in Cappuccino Original a concern for individuals with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes; the formula includes 39 % skimmed milk powder and also contains lactose from whey, making it unsuitable for anyone allergic to milk proteins or intolerant to lactose.

Carrefour, Carrefour Extra • 280 g

Cappuccino Original

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Product Insights

Cappuccino Original is an instant powdered cappuccino marketed by Carrefour Extra, intended to be mixed with hot water or milk. It belongs to the beverage group of the French nutrition guidelines, carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), offering low fat (0.5 g), low saturated fat (0.5 g) and modest protein (1.5 g) per 100 g, but contains added sugars and moderate total sugars. While its calorie count (38 kcal) and salt (0.07 g) are well below average for similar instant drinks, the high estimated added-sugar level and presence of milk allergens limit its suitability for health-focused or allergic consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal38 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates6.1 g

Sugars5.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average instant beverage, this cappuccino powder has significantly lower fat (0.5 g vs 6.7 g), salt (0.07 g vs 0.63 g) and energy (38 kcal vs 210 kcal), although its estimated added-sugar amount remains relatively high.

Ingredients

Poudre de _lait_ écrémé 39 %, sucre, café soluble 14,2 %, _lactosérum_ en poudre, graisses végétales de coco, stabilisant : phosphates de potassium, épaississant : gomme arabique, arômes (contient _lactose_).

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