Why is Le petit beurre tablette chocolat au lait classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It contains refined wheat flour, added sugars, emulsifiers (E322 sunflower lecithin), raising agents (E503, E500, E450) and flavorings, all of which are characteristic of industrially formulated foods, placing it in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the high sugar and saturated-fat content of this biscuit affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The 39 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetic control, while the 14 g of saturated fat and 0.58 g of salt can contribute to elevated cholesterol and blood‑pressure levels, so it should be limited in such diets.

Is the milk chocolate coating a concern for individuals with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

The coating contains milk powder, lactose and butterfat, which can trigger reactions in people allergic to milk or intolerant to lactose; they should avoid this product or choose a dairy‑free alternative.

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Le petit beurre tablette chocolat au lait

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Le petit beurre tablette chocolat au lait is a sweet biscuit coated with milk chocolate, classified in the sugary snacks family. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and belongs to NOVA group 4, reflecting its high levels of sugar (39 g), fat (22 g) and saturated fat (14 g) alongside moderate salt (0.58 g) and modest amounts of fiber and protein. While it offers an indulgent taste, its nutritional profile provides limited health benefits and it is best enjoyed sparingly.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal490 kcal

Fat22 g

Saturated Fat14 g

Carbohydrates65 g

Sugars39 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack in its category, this biscuit contains markedly more sugar, fat and saturated fat, while its salt content is lower than typical.

Ingredients

Chocolat au lait 48% (sucre, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, lait écrémé en poudre, lactose, matière grasse laitière anhydre, émulsifiant : lécithines (tournesol), arôme naturel de vanille) , farine de blé 37 % , sucre , beurre concentré 6,4% (soit 7,6% en beurre reconstitué) , lait écrémé en poudre , poudres à lever : E503, E500, E450 , sel, Traces d'oeufs et fruits à coque,

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