Why does whole milk thick fresh cream receive a Nutri-Score of D despite being minimally processed?

The Nutri-Score algorithm heavily penalizes high saturated fat and total fat; with 20 g of saturated fat and 30 g of total fat per 100 g, the product accumulates many negative points, outweighing its low sugar and salt, resulting in a D grade.

How does the high saturated fat content in this cream affect heart health and low‑fat diet suitability?

Saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol, which is linked to cardiovascular risk, so this cream is not ideal for heart‑healthy or low‑fat diets and should be consumed sparingly as part of a balanced diet.

Is the milk content in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the cream is made from pasteurized whole milk and is listed as containing the milk allergen, so it should be avoided by anyone allergic to dairy or who cannot digest lactose.

La crème fraîche • 20cl (198g e)

Crème fraîche entière épaisse

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

This whole milk thick fresh cream belongs to the Milk and dairy products family. It carries a Nutri-Score of D despite being minimally processed (NOVA 1) because it is very high in total fat (30 g) and saturated fat (20 g) and provides 292 kcal per 100 g. It is low in sugar (3.3 g) and salt (0.09 g) and is made from pasteurized cream and lactic ferment cultures, but the high saturated fat and energy content limit its suitability for low‑fat diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal292 kcal

Fat30 g

Saturated Fat20 g

Carbohydrates3.3 g

Sugars3.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy product, this cream contains far more total fat and saturated fat and nearly three times the energy, while its sugar and salt levels are well below the category averages.

Ingredients

_Crème_ fraîche pasteurisée (_lait_)(origine: France), ferments _lactiques_

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