Why is Crème dessert chocolat classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is rated NOVA 4 because it includes refined ingredients such as modified corn starch, added sugars, and several food‑grade additives like soy lecithin (E322), carrageenan (E407) and other emulsifiers, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the sugar content in this chocolate dessert cream affect a diabetic diet?

With 16.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the cream has a high glycemic impact and can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, so it is generally unsuitable for people managing diabetes unless consumed in very small, carefully measured portions.

Is the milk in this product a concern for people with lactose intolerance or milk‑protein allergy?

Yes; the ingredient list includes whole milk, lactose and milk proteins, all of which are known allergens and can trigger reactions in individuals who are lactose intolerant or allergic to milk proteins.

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Crème dessert chocolat

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Crème dessert chocolat is a chocolate‑flavored dairy dessert cream that belongs to the milk and dairy products group and specifically to dairy desserts. It delivers 127 kcal per 100 g, with 3.9 g fat (2.5 g saturated), 16.8 g sugars (high), 2.8 g protein, and 0.17 g salt (low), earning a Nutri‑Score of C and a NOVA rating of 4, and it includes additives such as soy lecithin, carrageenan and modified corn starch. While it provides calcium‑rich dairy nutrients, its ultra‑processed nature, high sugar level and presence of several additives make it more of an occasional treat than a health‑focused choice.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal127 kcal

Fat3.9 g

Saturated Fat2.5 g

Carbohydrates19.7 g

Sugars16.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical dairy chocolate desserts, this cream contains higher sugar (16.8 g vs 11.05 g) and carbohydrate levels (19.7 g vs 15.14 g) but lower fat, saturated fat, salt, energy and protein.

Ingredients

Lait entier (origine France), lactose et minéraux du lait, sucre, amidon modifié de maïs, chocolat en poudre 2,1% (cacao en poudre, sucre), chocolat 2% (pâte de cacao, sucre, cacao maigre en poudre, émulsifiant: lécithine de soja), crème, cacao maigre en poudre, gélifiant: carraghénanes, extrait de cacao, arôme, protéines de lait.

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