Why is Biscuits aux éclats de noisettes classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It combines refined grains, multiple sweeteners and added flavorings, which places it in the ultra‑processed category; the label lists the additives E503 (ammonium carbonates), E953 (isomalt) and E965 (maltitol) together with sugar‑alcohols and a natural hazelnut aroma.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 2.1 g of sugars and 0.15 g of salt per 100 g, the biscuit fits within the limits recommended for diabetes and hypertension, but the high polyol content (16 g) may cause digestive discomfort if consumed in large amounts, so portion control is still advised.

Based on its ingredient list, is this biscuit suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, keto or halal diets?

The product is not vegan because it contains milk proteins, casein and egg powder, it is not gluten‑free due to oat bran and wheat gluten, it is not keto because it provides 44 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, and while it contains no pork it includes dairy and eggs, so it may be acceptable for halal if those ingredients are sourced appropriately, though no halal certification is shown.

Dukan • 225 g

Biscuits aux éclats de noisettes

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Biscuits aux éclats de noisettes are crunchy snack biscuits made with oat bran, roasted hazelnut pieces, flax seed, and a blend of sweeteners such as maltitol, isomalt and acacia fiber. Per 100 g they deliver 2.1 g of sugars, 0.15 g of salt, 15 g of fat (2 g saturated), 16 g of polyols, and unusually high 17 g each of fiber and protein, giving a low‑sugar, high‑protein profile. They are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and carry a Nutri‑Score of A, but they contain allergens (eggs, gluten, milk, nuts) and additives E503, E953 and E965.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal382 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat2 g

Carbohydrates44 g

Sugars2.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet‑snack biscuit, this product contains about one‑twelfth the sugar and one‑thirteenth the salt, while offering roughly three times more fiber and protein and slightly less fat.

Ingredients

Son d'avoine 53% (gluten), édulcorants : maltitol, isomalt, fibre d'acacia, huile de colza 5,5%, noisettes broyées 4% , graines de lin, protéines de lait : caséine, lait écrémé en poudre, gluten de blé , arôme naturel de noisette 2%, oeufs entiers en poudre , poudre à lever: carbonates d'ammonium,

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