Why is Crackers Emmental et Graines de courge 200g classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Although the question references NOVA 4, the product is actually classified as NOVA 3, reflecting processing such as grinding grains, adding cheese and seeds, and forming the cracker; the ingredient list shows no added preservatives, colourings or flavour enhancers, so there are no specific food additives.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.4 g of sugars and 1.8 g of salt per 100 g, the sugar level is below the average for salty snacks and is unlikely to cause major blood‑glucose spikes, but the salt amount, while lower than the category average, still contributes to sodium intake and should be limited for people managing hypertension.

Is the sesame seeds in this product a concern for allergy sufferers?

Yes, sesame seeds are declared as an allergen and can trigger reactions in individuals with sesame allergy; those with this sensitivity should avoid the crackers.

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Crackers Emmental et Graines de courge 200g

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Crackers Emmental et Graines de courge are organic, plant-based snack crackers made from whole-wheat flour, grated Emmental cheese, pumpkin seeds, sunflower oil and other seeds, packaged in a 200 g plastic bag. They belong to the cereals and potatoes / bread group, carry a Nutri-Score of D and are classified in the NOVA 3 processing level, offering high protein (18 g) and fiber (10 g) per 100 g but also elevated fat (18 g) and saturated fat (4.7 g). The product contains gluten, milk and sesame allergens and has a relatively high salt content (1.8 g per 100 g), which may be a drawback for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal442 kcal

Fat18 g

Saturated Fat4.7 g

Carbohydrates47 g

Sugars2.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty snack, these crackers provide roughly double the protein and fiber, less sugar and salt, but considerably more fat and calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

Farine de BLÉ complet*, emmental râpé* 14% (contient LAIT), graines de courge* 11%, huile de tournesol*, flocons d'AVOINE*, graines de tournesol*, graines de lin*, sel de mer, GRAINES DE SÉSAME*, levure, extrait de malt d'ORGE*. Traces éventuelles d'autres céréales contenant du gluten.* biologiquesElaboré à partir de lait origine UE.

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