Why is Chocogusto classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

NOVA 4 denotes ultra‑processed foods that contain multiple industrial ingredients. Chocogusto includes several additives such as emulsifier lecithins (E322), glazing agent shellac (E904), acid stabiliser sorbitols (E420), humectant glycerol (E422), raising agent diphosphates (E450), mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471), sodium carbonates (E502), and colour carotenoids (E160). These ingredients are typical of highly processed snack products.

How does the high sugar content in Chocogusto affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 37 g of sugar per 100 g, Chocogusto can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes. Although its salt level is low, the excessive sugar contributes to overall caloric load and may increase cardiovascular risk, so it should be limited in both diabetic and hypertensive diets.

Is the palm oil used in Chocogusto a concern for environmental sustainability?

The product contains vegetable fats that include palm oil and palm‑kernel oil. Palm oil production is associated with deforestation and loss of biodiversity, which is reflected in the Eco‑Score adjustment for threatened species. Consumers seeking environmentally friendly options may prefer products without palm oil.

Auchan • 0.182 kg

Chocogusto 182 g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chocogusto 182 g is a perishable sweet snack consisting of chocolate‑filled sponge cake slices, classified under sugary snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and belongs to NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with high added sugars (37 g per 100 g) and modest fat (11 g) and salt (0.31 g). While it provides some fiber (2 g) and protein (5.4 g), the high sugar load, presence of several additives (e.g., emulsifiers, glazing agents, colorants) and allergens (egg, gluten, milk) make it a treat to be consumed sparingly.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal374 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat6.6 g

Carbohydrates63 g

Sugars37 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, Chocogusto contains considerably more sugar (37 g vs 28.98 g per 100 g) while its fat (11 g), saturated fat (6.6 g) and salt (0.31 g) are below the category averages of 17.65 g, 7.8 g and 1.98 g respectively.

Ingredients

Sucre, farine de BLÉ 20%, sirop de glucose, OEUFS entiers 7,6%, graisses végétales (palme, palmiste), cacao maigre en poudre 3,4%, fécule de pomme de terre, vermicelles de chocolat 2,9% (sucre, pâte de cacao, cacao maigre en poudre, dextrose, émulsifiant : lécithines, agent d'enrobage : shellac, gomme d'acacia), humectant : glycérol, stabilisant : sorbitols, LAIT entier en poudre, jaune d'OEUFS en poudre, dextrose, arômes naturels (contient de l'alcool), amidon de riz poudres à lever : diphosphates, carbonates de sodium, carbonates d'ammonium émulsifiant : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, beurre de cacao, amidon de BLÉ, maltodextrine, colorant : caroténoïdes. Traces éventuelles de soja, de fruits à coque et de moutarde.

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