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

It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains refined wheat flour, added sugars, sunflower oil, skimmed milk powder, butter, cocoa butter, whole eggs and leavening salts, and it includes two food additives: ammonium carbonate (E502) and acacia gum (E414), which are typical of NOVA group 4 foods.

How does the sugar and saturated fat content in these biscuits affect a diabetic or heart-healthy diet?

The biscuits have 28 g of sugar per 100 g, which can cause a rapid increase in blood glucose and is unsuitable for a diabetic diet, while the 6.1 g of saturated fat contributes to higher cholesterol levels, making them a poor choice for a heart-healthy eating plan.

Is the presence of whole eggs and milk in the biscuits a problem for people with egg or dairy allergies?

Yes, the ingredient list includes whole eggs and skimmed milk powder, so anyone with egg or dairy allergies should avoid this product; it also contains wheat, which can affect those with gluten sensitivity.

Auchan, Auchan Bio • 0.185 kg

Biscuits fourrés cacao BIO

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

These organic chocolate-filled biscuits belong to the sugary-snacks (biscuits and cakes) group and are sold as a snack. They are certified organic, carry a 'no palm oil' label and are packaged in cardboard and film, but they are categorized as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and receive a Nutri-Score of E, indicating a low nutritional rating. The product contains high sugar (28 g per 100 g), moderate salt (0.56 g per 100 g) and notable saturated fat (6.1 g per 100 g), and it lists eggs, milk and wheat as allergens, making it unsuitable for vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal476 kcal

Fat20 g

Saturated Fat6.1 g

Carbohydrates63 g

Sugars28 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this biscuit contains slightly less sugar (28 g vs 28.98 g per 100 g), considerably less salt (0.56 g vs 1.98 g) and lower saturated fat (6.1 g vs 7.8 g), but its energy is higher at about 480 kcal compared with the category average of 418 kcal.

Ingredients

Farine de BLÉ* 50% (origine France), sucre de canne roux*, huile de tournesol*, poudre de cacao maigre* 5.9%, LAIT écrémé en poudre*, beurre de cacao*, ŒUFS entiers*, BEURRE*, sel poudres à lever : carbonates d'ammonium, carbonates de sodium épaississant : gomme d'acacia*, amidon de BLÉ*. *Biologique Traces éventuelles de fruits à coque, de graines de sésame et de moutarde.

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