Why is Golden Palmiers classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is classified as NOVA 4 because it is a manufactured snack made from refined wheat flour, butter, sweeteners and several food-grade additives; the label lists the additives E965 (maltitol), E1200 (polydextrose) and E500 (sodium carbonate) which are typical of ultra-processed foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in Golden Palmiers affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 2.2 g of sugar per 100 g the product adds very little glucose, but the 0.49 g of salt still contributes to daily sodium intake; for diabetics the low sugar is beneficial, while hypertensive individuals should still monitor the salt, especially when the biscuits are eaten in larger portions.

Can people with gluten or milk allergies safely eat Golden Palmiers?

No, the biscuits contain wheat flour and butter, so they are not gluten-free nor dairy-free, and they also carry a risk of cross-contamination from soy, eggs, nuts, sesame and lupin, making them unsuitable for those with celiac disease or milk intolerance.

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Palmiers Dorés

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Golden Palmiers are sweet, flaky biscuits sold in many French retailers. They belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups, have a Nutri-Score of D (12 points) and are classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), with high saturated fat (18 g per 100 g), moderate salt (0.49 g), very low sugar (2.2 g) and high fiber (11 g). The product contains wheat and milk allergens, uses maltitol as a sweetener and includes additives E965, E1200 and E500, and while it is labelled no added sugar and no palm oil, its overall nutritional profile is mixed due to high saturated fat and ultra-processed nature.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal471 kcal

Fat26 g

Saturated Fat18 g

Carbohydrates53 g

Sugars2.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, Golden Palmiers contain dramatically less sugar (2.2 g vs 28.98 g) and salt (0.49 g vs 1.98 g), but their saturated fat is over twice as high (18 g vs 7.8 g) and their energy is slightly higher (about 469 kcal vs 418 kcal), while providing a high fiber content (11 g vs 3.07 g).

Ingredients

Farine de BLE; beurre (LAIT) 29%; édulcorant: maltitols; fibre: polydextrose ; son de BLE; arôme naturel; sel; poudre à lever: carbonates de sodium. Peut contenir des traces de : SOJA, OEUFS, SULFITES, ARACHIDES, FRUITS A COQUE, graines de SESAME et LUPIN.

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Palmiers Dorés

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal471 kcal

Fat26 g

Saturated Fat18 g

Carbohydrates53 g

Sugars2.2 g

Comparative Analysis

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