Why is Recovery protein bar peanuts classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar includes refined wheat syrup, multiple processed protein isolates, and an emulsifier (soy lecithin, listed as E322), all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods, placing it in the NOVA 4 category.

How does the high sugar and saturated fat content in this bar affect diabetic or heart‑health diets?

The 34 g of sugars per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, which is problematic for diabetics, and the 5.3 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol, posing a concern for those managing cardiovascular risk.

Is this bar suitable for vegan, keto, gluten‑free, or halal diets?

No; it contains milk proteins, whey, and other dairy ingredients, includes gluten from wheat syrup and flour, has a high carbohydrate content unsuitable for keto, and the presence of dairy also makes it non‑halal for strict interpretations.

Decathlon • 360g

Recovery protein bar peanuts x6

Dietary Supplements

Product Insights

Recovery protein bar peanuts (6‑pack) is a protein‑rich snack aimed at post‑workout recovery, produced by Decathlon and bearing Fair‑Trade certifications. It falls into the protein‑rich foods category, carries a Nutri‑Score of not applicable and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed formulation. The bar provides 33 g protein, 4 g fiber and magnesium per 100 g, but also contains 34 g sugars, 5.3 g saturated fat, 0.68 g salt and allergens such as gluten, milk, peanuts and soy.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal413 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat5.3 g

Carbohydrates40 g

Sugars34 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical protein bars, this product contains markedly more sugar (34 g vs 6.9 g) and saturated fat (5.3 g vs 2.24 g), while its salt level is lower than the category average.

Ingredients

Sirop de blé, protéines de lait 25,1%, chocolat au lait 21% (sucre, beurre de cacao, lait en poudre, pâte de cacao, lactosérum en poudre (lait), émulsifiant: lécithines (soja), extrait de vanille), protéines de pois 7%, fibres solubles obtenues à partir de betteraves, jus concentré de poire, protéines de blé 3,3%, cacahuètes 2,5%, arômes naturels (arachides), beurre de cacahuètes 2%, farine de blé, sel, minéraux : citrate de magnésium, vitamines : C, acide folique (B9). Peut contenir des traces éventuelles de : oeufs, arachides, fruits à coque et sulfites.

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