Why is Chocolate-filled brioche classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The brioche combines refined wheat flour, added sugars, multiple emulsifiers, flavorings and stabilizers, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods; its label lists additives such as E322 (sunflower lecithin), E471 (levelling agent), an unspecified E14xx additive, and other emulsifier compounds.

How does the sugar and salt content of this brioche affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 22 g of sugars and 0.8 g of salt per 100 g, the brioche can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes for diabetics and contributes to daily sodium intake for those with high blood pressure, so it should be consumed only occasionally and in small portions.

Is the presence of eggs, gluten, and milk in this brioche a concern for people with allergies?

Yes, the product contains fresh whole eggs, wheat gluten and skimmed milk powder, and it also lists traces of sesame and soy, making it unsuitable for individuals allergic to any of these ingredients.

Marque Repère, Epi d'Or • 310 g

Brioches fourrées au chocolat x 8

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chocolate-filled brioche rolls (pack of 8) are categorized as sugary snacks and pastries. Each 100 g serving provides 342 kcal, 9.7 g fat (3.5 g saturated), 6.4 g protein, 2.5 g fiber, 22 g sugars and 0.8 g salt, placing it in the D Nutri‑Score despite a moderate fiber content. The product is ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and contains several additives such as E322 lecithin, E471 emulsifier and other emulsifiers, which, together with its high sugar level, make it less suitable for low‑sugar or low‑salt diets, though it does offer a decent protein amount.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal342 kcal

Fat9.7 g

Saturated Fat3.5 g

Carbohydrates56 g

Sugars22 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average snack items, this brioche delivers more sugar (22 g vs 16.6 g) and carbohydrates (56 g vs 46.8 g) while providing less fat (9.7 g vs 17.3 g), less saturated fat (3.5 g vs 8.8 g) and lower salt (0.8 g vs 1.9 g), resulting in a slightly lower energy content of about 342 kcal per 100 g.

Ingredients

Farine de blé 34 %, eau, sirop de glucose, œufs entiers frais 8.2 %, Sucre, huile de colza, maltodextrine, saccharose, chocolat 3.6% masse de cacao Sucre, beurre de cacao, émulsifiant lécithines (tournesol), arôme naturel de vanille), poudre de lait écrémé. émulsifiant: E471 levure, fibres de psyllium, gluten de blé, cacao en poudre 0.8 %, sel, amidon modifié de mais, arômes (dont alcool), extrait d'acérola, levure désactivée.

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