Why is Chocolat noir extra-fin aux éclats de sables St Michel classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labeled NOVA 4 because its ingredient list includes refined sugar, cocoa paste, wheat flour, multiple leavening agents and several food‑grade additives such as emulsifier E322 (sunflower lecithin), acidity regulator E330 (citric acid), anti‑caking agent E500 (sodium carbonate) and raising agent E503 (ammonium carbonate), all of which are characteristic of industrially formulated foods.

How does the high sugar and low salt content of this chocolate affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 50 g of sugar per 100 g provides a rapid glucose load, which can spike blood sugar levels and should be limited or avoided by people with diabetes; the very low salt (0.08 g) poses little risk for hypertension, but the overall calorie density and saturated fat still require moderation for heart‑healthy diets.

Is the milk powder in this product a concern for lactose‑intolerant or milk‑allergic consumers?

Yes, the presence of skimmed milk powder introduces dairy proteins that trigger reactions in individuals allergic to milk and can cause digestive discomfort for those with lactose intolerance, so the product should be avoided by anyone with these sensitivities.

Poulain • 95 g

Chocolat noir extra-fin aux eclats de sables St Michel

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

This product is a dark chocolate bar enriched with coconut sand pieces, positioned within the sugary snacks and chocolate products groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed item, with 50 g sugars, 28 g total fat (17 g saturated) and 5.7 g fiber per 100 g, while salt is low at 0.08 g. The formulation includes milk powder, soy lecithin, several additives (E322, E330, E500, E503) and allergens such as gluten, milk and soy, making it unsuitable for those with these sensitivities.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal513 kcal

Fat28 g

Saturated Fat17 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Sugars50 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet‑snack averages, this chocolate contains more sugar but less total fat, saturated fat and salt.

Ingredients

Sucre, pâte de cacao, éclats de sablés à la noix de coco St Michel 12 % (farine de blé, sucre, noix de coco 99 %, huile de tournesol, poudres a lever carbonates d ammonium, carbonates de sodium, acide citrique, sel, lait écrème en poudre, émulsifiant (lécithines de tournesol, beurre de cacao, cacao maigre en poudre, beurre concentré, émulsifiant (lécithines de soja), arômes naturels, lait écrémé en poudre

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