Why is Coconut Milk Semolina with Madagascar Vanilla classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it is made from refined ingredients and includes several industrial additives such as added sugar, a thickener (carob seed flour), a natural vanilla flavor from Madagascar, a vegetable concentrate blend (carrot, pumpkin, apple) and a decorative coating of exhausted vanilla beans, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

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

With 9.6 g of sugar and 5.5 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the pudding can raise blood glucose levels and increase LDL cholesterol, making it a less suitable choice for people managing diabetes or high blood pressure; moderation and pairing with low‑glycaemic foods are advisable.

Is this product suitable for vegan and gluten‑free diets?

The pudding is fully vegan, containing no animal‑derived ingredients, but it is not gluten‑free because it includes wheat semolina, which must be avoided by those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Andros • 4 X 100 g

Semoule au lait de coco à la vanille de Madagascar

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Coconut milk semolina with Madagascar vanilla is a vegan, plant‑based dessert classified in the Milk and yogurt group as a dairy substitute. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and falls into the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, containing high saturated fat (5.5 g per 100 g) and moderate sugars (9.6 g) while providing low protein (1.4 g) and a gluten allergen from wheat semolina. Positive aspects include the absence of preservatives and a modest amount of fruit‑vegetable content, but the product remains energy‑dense and rich in saturated fat.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Added Sugars5.8 g

Fruits & Vegetables28.8 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant‑based dessert, this coconut‑milk semolina pudding contains more sugar, fat and saturated fat, but far less salt and protein, delivering 131 kcal per 100 g versus 113 kcal.

Ingredients

Lait de coco allégé 75% (eau, extrait de noix de coco), crème de coco 13,4% (extrait de noix de coco, eau), sucre, semoule de BLE 5,7%, amidons, arôme naturel de vanille de Madagascar, épaississant : farine de graines de caroube, sel, concentrés végétaux (carotte, potiron, pomme), décor: grains de vanille épuisés.

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