Why is Cereales a l'indienne classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from several industrially processed ingredients such as pre‑cooked semolina, flaked soy, barley and oat, fried onions, dehydrated pineapple with added sugar, and it includes the additive citric acid (E330) as an acidity regulator, plus natural flavorings.

How does the sugar and salt content in Cereales a l'indienne affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 2.6 g of sugar per 100 g, the cereal is relatively low‑sugar and unlikely to cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, but the 0.76 g of salt per 100 g is moderate and may contribute to sodium intake, so hypertensive individuals should monitor portion sizes.

Is the gluten in Cereales a l'indienne a concern for individuals with celiac disease?

Yes – the product contains wheat semolina, barley and oat flakes, all of which contain gluten, so it is not safe for people with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

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Céréales à l’indienne

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Cereales a l'indienne is a plant‑based breakfast cereal classified in the "Cereals and potatoes" group, made primarily of pre‑cooked durum wheat semolina, soy, barley and oat flakes, with added dried pineapple, raisins, sunflower oil and spices. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and a NOVA 4 rating, reflecting its low sugar (2.6 g/100 g) and low fat profile but the presence of added sugar, 0.76 g of salt per 100 g, and the food additive citric acid (E330). The cereal contains gluten, celery and possible traces of mustard, lupin and nuts, making it unsuitable for celiac sufferers or those with those allergies, and its moderate salt level may be a concern for hypertensive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal141 kcal

Fat2.3 g

Saturated Fat0.4 g

Carbohydrates22 g

Sugars2.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average cereal, this product delivers only 2.6 g of sugar and 0.8 g of salt per 100 g, well below the category averages of 9 g sugar and 2.96 g salt, while its fat content is also low relative to the typical 6.94 g.

Ingredients

Semoule de blé dur précuite (62%) (gluten), flocons de soja (12%), flocons d'orge (6%) (gluten), flocons d'avoine (6%) (gluten), oignons frits, ananas déshydratés (ananas déshydratés, sucre, acidifiant : acide citrique), sel, poivrons rouges déshydratés, raisins secs (1,3%) (raisins secs, huile de tournesol), huile de tournesol, épices (1%), sucre, farine de riz, arômes naturels, tomate en poudre, ail en poudre, oignon en poudre, zeste de citron. Peut contenir des traces de céléri, moutarde, lupin, fruits à coque.

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