Why is PASTA CAO aux noisettes et au cacao classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from refined sugar, palm oil, rapeseed oil, hazelnuts, skimmed‑milk powder, cocoa powder, and includes the emulsifier lecithin (E322) and a natural vanilla flavor; the presence of refined ingredients, added sugars and an emulsifier triggers the NOVA 4 classification.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content in this spread affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 50 g of sugar and 6.9 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the spread can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and increase LDL cholesterol, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic or low‑salt, low‑saturated‑fat dietary plans.

Based on its ingredients, is this spread suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

The product contains milk powder and lactose, so it is not vegan, and it includes palm oil but no animal slaughter concerns, making it generally halal; its carbohydrate (52 g) and sugar levels are too high for keto, while it is naturally gluten‑free.

Auchan • 0.75 kg

PASTA CAO aux noisettes et au cacao

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

This product is a sweet hazelnut‑cocoa spread marketed for breakfast and snack use, classified in the sugary snacks category. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and belongs to NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with high levels of added sugar, refined oils and an emulsifier. While it provides notable protein, fiber and low salt, its fat (36 g) and calorie (560 kcal) contents are considerably higher than typical spreads.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal560 kcal

Fat36 g

Saturated Fat6.9 g

Carbohydrates52 g

Sugars50 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet spread, this hazelnut‑cocoa spread contains slightly less sugar and salt but far more fat and calories while offering more protein and fiber.

Ingredients

Sucre, huile de colza, NOISETTES 13%, huile de palme, LAIT* écrémé en poudre, cacao maigre en poudre¹ 7,4%, LACTOSE*, émulsifiant : lécithines, arôme naturel de vanille. Peut contenir d'autres fruits à coque.*Lait origine UE et non-UE (Royaume-Uni).¹Certifié Rainforest Alliance. ra.org

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