Why is P'tit savane fraise classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is deemed ultra‑processed because it includes several industrial additives: stabilisers such as glyceryl‑sorbitols and oligofructose, a preservative (potassium sorbate, E202), raising agents (potassium tartrates, E336 and sodium carbonates, E500), a gelling agent (pectin, E440), acidity regulators (sodium citrate and citric acid), and natural flavourings. These ingredients are typical of highly formulated snack foods.

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

With 32 g of sugar per 100 g, the snack can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control. The 0.48 g of salt is moderate but still contributes to daily sodium intake, which may be problematic for people managing hypertension, especially when combined with other salty foods.

Is the possible presence of peanuts in this product a concern for peanut‑allergic consumers?

Yes. The label indicates a possible presence of peanuts, meaning cross‑contamination risk exists during manufacturing. Peanut‑allergic individuals should avoid the product or consult the manufacturer for detailed allergen control information.

Brossard

P'tit savane fraise

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

P'tit savane fraise is a sweet, strawberry‑filled sponge cake roll marketed as a snack and falls under the PNNS groups “Sugary snacks” and “Biscuits and cakes”. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category, reflecting the presence of multiple additives and a high added‑sugar content of 32 g per 100 g. While its low fat (2.1 g), low saturated fat (0.6 g), and high dietary fiber (12 g) are nutritional positives, the product also contains significant sugar, moderate salt (0.48 g), and allergens such as wheat, eggs, milk, nuts, peanuts and soy.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal312 kcal

Fat2.1 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates61 g

Sugars32 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical snack averages, this cake roll has higher sugar (32 g vs 28.98 g) but considerably lower fat (2.1 g vs 17.65 g), saturated fat (0.6 g vs 7.8 g), salt (0.48 g vs 1.98 g) and calories (312 kcal vs 418 kcal), while offering much more fiber (12 g vs 3.07 g) and slightly more carbohydrates.

Ingredients

Farine de blé 21,1%, sucre, œufs frais 14,8%, purée de fraise 12,0%, stabilisants: glycérol-sorbitols, oligofructose, purée de pomme 9,0%, fibre de racine de chicorée, sirop de glucose, sirop de sucre inverti, purée de fraise concentrée 3,0%, purée de pomme concentrée 3,0%, amidon de blé, huile de colza, lait écrémé en poudre, son de blé 0,8%, sel, arômes naturels, conservateur : sorbate de potassium, gluten de blé, jus concentré de carotte, poudres à lever: tartrates de potassium - carbonates de sodium, gélifiant : pectines, correcteurs d'acidité : citrates de sodium-acide citrique, fibre de pomme de terre, fibre de plantain. Présence possible de : arachides, fruits à coque, soja.

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