Why is Petit beurre tablette chocolat lait bio classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is actually assigned to NOVA group 3, indicating a processed snack rather than ultra-processed; its ingredient list includes a single additive, E502 (potassium bisulfite), which serves as a preservative and contributes to its processed status.

How does the high sugar and salt content in Petit beurre tablette chocolat lait bio affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

The 35 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making the biscuit unsuitable for people with diabetes, while its modest salt level (0.38 g/100 g) is lower than many snacks but still adds to overall sodium intake, which may be a concern for hypertension if consumed in large amounts.

Is the milk in Petit beurre tablette chocolat lait bio a concern for lactose-intolerant or milk-allergic consumers?

Yes, the product contains milk chocolate, whole-milk powder, and butter, so it is not safe for individuals with milk allergy or lactose intolerance.

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Petit beurre tablette chocolat lait bio

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Petit beurre tablette chocolat lait bio is an organic French biscuit that belongs to the Sugary snacks group, featuring a milk-chocolate coating and packaged in a plastic-cardboard box. It is classified as NOVA group 3 and bears a Nutri-Score of E, reflecting its processed nature, the presence of additive E502 (potassium bisulfite), and a nutrient profile that is high in sugars (35 g/100 g), saturated fat (16 g/100 g) and contains gluten and milk allergens. While the product offers organic ingredients and a modest salt level (0.38 g/100 g), its high sugar and saturated-fat content make it a less suitable choice for low-sugar or heart-healthy diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal513 kcal

Fat26 g

Saturated Fat16 g

Carbohydrates61 g

Sugars35 g

Comparative Analysis

It contains 35 g of sugar per 100 g (higher than the category average of 28.98 g), saturated fat of 16 g (well above the average of 7.8 g), and salt of 0.38 g (significantly lower than the average 1.98 g), while its total fat is roughly in line with the average 17.65 g.

Ingredients

Chocolat au LAIT* 48% (sucre de canne*, beurre de cacao*, LAIT entier en poudre*, pâte de cacao*), farine de BLÉ* 36% (origine France), sucre de canne roux*, BEURRE* 8,8% (origine France), LAIT écrémé en poudre* poudres à lever : carbonates d'ammonium, carbonates de potassium sel de mer, poudre de jus de citron*. *Biologique. Traces éventuelles de fruits à coque, d'œuf, de soja, de graines de sésame et de moutarde.

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