Why does Crème légère fluide receive a Nutri‑Score of D and which nutrients are responsible for that rating?

The Nutri‑Score algorithm penalises high energy, saturated fat and total fat while rewarding protein, fibre and fruit/vegetable content; this cream’s high saturated‑fat (8.2 g) and total fat (12 g) together with its calorie density push the negative points above the positive ones, resulting in a D grade.

How does the high saturated‑fat level in this light cream influence cholesterol and heart‑health recommendations?

Saturated fat raises LDL‑cholesterol levels, which is linked to increased cardiovascular risk, so health guidelines advise limiting foods with more than 5 g of saturated fat per serving; at 8.2 g per 100 ml, this cream exceeds that threshold and should be consumed sparingly in heart‑healthy diets.

Is the carrageenan used as a stabilizer in this cream a safety concern for consumers with dietary sensitivities?

Carrageenan (E407) is approved for use in food and functions as a thickening agent, but some studies suggest it may cause gastrointestinal irritation in sensitive individuals; people with known carrageenan intolerance should avoid products containing it.

Carrefour • 20 cl

Crème légère fluide

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Carrefour Crème légère fluide is a UHT‑sterilized liquid light cream containing 12 % milk fat. It belongs to the Milk and dairy products family, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified in NOVA group 1, offering low sugar (4.3 g/100 ml) and low salt (0.07 g/100 ml) but relatively high total fat (12 g) and saturated fat (8.2 g) per 100 ml. The product contains milk as an allergen and includes stabilizers such as carrageenan and carob seed flour, so consumers with dairy or additive sensitivities should check the label.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal138 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat8.2 g

Carbohydrates4.3 g

Sugars4.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical dairy products, this cream contains roughly double the fat (12 g vs 5.97 g) and saturated fat (8.2 g vs 3.71 g), less than half the sugar (4.3 g vs 7.46 g), far lower salt (0.07 g vs 1.03 g), and delivers more calories (138 kcal vs 113 kcal per 100 ml).

Ingredients

_Crème_, stabilisants : farine de graine de caroube et carraghénanes, régulateur d'acidité : citrates de sodium.

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