Why is Biscuits petit épeautre sésame classified as a processed food (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is rated NOVA 3 because it contains refined ingredients and additives that are not present in minimally processed foods; the only additives listed are the raising agents sodium carbonate (E500) and ammonium carbonate (E503), which are used as leavening salts, plus added salt for flavor.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content of these biscuits impact a diabetic or heart‑healthy diet?

With 22 g of sugar and 7.7 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the biscuits can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose and raise LDL cholesterol, making them unsuitable as a regular choice for diabetic or heart‑healthy eating patterns; occasional small servings are the only realistic option.

Is the sesame seed ingredient in these biscuits a concern for people with sesame allergies?

Yes; the biscuits contain 11.5 % sesame seeds, a recognized allergen, so anyone with a sesame allergy should avoid them.

biocoop • 150 g

Biscuits petit épeautre sésame

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The Biocoop 'Biscuits petit épeautre sésame' are small, crunchy biscuits made from a blend of wheat flour, spelt flour, butter, sesame seeds, organic cane sugar and rapeseed oil, packaged in a 150 g plastic bag and cardboard sleeve. They belong to the 'Sugary snacks' group within the 'Biscuits and cakes' PNNS category, carry a Nutri‑Score of E and are classified as NOVA 3, reflecting a relatively high sugar content of 22 g per 100 g, saturated fat of 7.7 g per 100 g, and salt of 0.58 g per 100 g, alongside a modest fiber amount of 4.5 g per 100 g. While the biscuits are certified organic, fair‑trade and provide a good source of dietary fiber, they contain gluten, dairy and sesame allergens and their low Nutri‑Score combined with the processed nature makes them less suitable for health‑focused or allergen‑sensitive diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal490 kcal

Fat22 g

Saturated Fat7.7 g

Carbohydrates61 g

Sugars22 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this biscuit contains less sugar (22 g vs 28.98 g/100 g) and considerably less salt (0.58 g vs 1.98 g/100 g), while offering more fiber (4.5 g vs 3.07 g/100 g) and a similar saturated‑fat level (7.7 g vs 7.8 g/100 g).

Ingredients

Farine de blé T65* 38% (France), sucre de canne roux* 20.5%, farine de petit épeautre (blé)* 17.5% (France), beurre* 12,3% (France), graines de sésame* 11.5%, huile de colza*, poudre de lait écrémé*, poudres à lever : carbonates de sodium et carbonates d'ammonium, sel marin. *Ingrédients issus de l'Agriculture Biologique Ingrédient issu du commerce équitable

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