Why is LE BROWNIE CHOCO NOISETTES classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined sugar, processed cocoa ingredients, refined wheat flour, and several functional additives such as emulsifier soy lecithin (E322, E322i), glycerol (E422), diphosphates (E450) and sodium carbonates (E500), all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods, leading to its NOVA 4 rating.

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

With 28 g of sugar per 100 g, the brownie can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while its 0.49 g of salt per 100 g adds only modest sodium, but regular consumption could still contribute to elevated blood pressure in sensitive individuals.

Is the hazelnut present in this product a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes, the product contains 6.2 % hazelnuts, which are a recognized allergen; anyone with a tree‑nut allergy should avoid it, and the label clearly marks the presence of nuts among the allergen information.

Brossard • 285 g

LE BROWNIE CHOCO NOISETTES

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

LE BROWNIE CHOCO NOISETTES is a French‑made chocolate and hazelnut brownie sold in a 285 g cardboard tray with plastic film and an outer box. It belongs to the Sugary snacks group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with high sugar (28 g per 100 g), fat (29 g) and saturated fat (8.3 g) and moderate salt (0.49 g). While it supplies 6.1 g of protein and 7.2 g of fiber per 100 g, the high calorie density (472 kcal), the presence of additives (E322, E322i, E422, E450, E500) and allergens (eggs, gluten, milk, nuts, soy) mean it should be enjoyed only as an occasional treat.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal472 kcal

Fat29 g

Saturated Fat8.3 g

Carbohydrates43 g

Sugars28 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this brownie has a similar sugar level, markedly higher total fat, slightly higher saturated fat, and lower salt.

Ingredients

Sucre, chocolat 16,1 % dont pépites 3,6 % (sucre, pâte de cacao, beurre de cacao, émulsifiant : lécithine de SOJA, cacao maigre en poudre, arôme naturel de vanille), OEUFS frais, farine de BLÉ 14,5 %, huile de colza, NOISETTES 6,2%, fibre de chicorée, BEURRE pâtissier, stabilisant : glycérol, cacao en poudre, poudres à lever : diphosphates - carbonates de sodium, sel, farine de BLÉ malté, arôme.

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