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

The product is made from refined sugars, chocolate powder, processed milk and a gelling agent, which are typical of industrial formulations. The only listed additive is carrageenan (E407), a seaweed‑derived thickener used to give the flan its smooth texture.

How does the sugar content in Jelly flan affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With $16.6\text{ g}$ of sugars per 100 g, the dessert can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes. Its salt level is low ($0.12\text{ g}$), so it does not significantly impact blood pressure, but the high sugar still poses a risk for overall cardiovascular health.

Is the milk in Jelly flan a concern for people with lactose intolerance?

Yes. The formula contains partially skimmed milk and $3.87\text{ g}$ of lactose per 100 g, so individuals who are lactose intolerant should avoid this product.

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Jelly flan

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Jelly flan is a chocolate-flavored dairy dessert made chiefly from partially skimmed milk and sugar, placing it in the Milk and dairy products / Dairy desserts family. Per 100 g it contains $2.9\text{ g}$ of fat, $1.9\text{ g}$ of saturated fat and $0.12\text{ g}$ of salt, which are low compared with typical dairy desserts, but its $16.6\text{ g}$ sugar level is considerably higher than the category average, leading to a Nutri-Score of C and an ultra-processed NOVA 4 classification. The product lists carrageenan (E407) as a gelling agent, and milk proteins are present, so it is not suitable for vegans and may trigger milk allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal113 kcal

Fat2.9 g

Saturated Fat1.9 g

Carbohydrates18 g

Sugars16.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy dessert, Jelly flan has a higher sugar content ($16.6\text{ g}$ versus $11.05\text{ g}$) but lower fat ($2.9\text{ g}$ vs $4.89\text{ g}$), saturated fat ($1.9\text{ g}$ vs $2.75\text{ g}$), salt ($0.12\text{ g}$ vs $0.58\text{ g}$) and energy ($113\text{ kcal}$ vs $131.53\text{ kcal}$) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Lait partiellement écrémé 83%, sucre 8,9%, chocolat en poudre 3,5% (cacao en poudre, sucre), fructose, amidon de pomme de terre, gélifiant : carraghénanes, protéines de lait,

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