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

It is considered ultra-processed because the formulation combines refined cane sugar, cocoa paste, hazelnut paste, cocoa butter and a handful of processed ingredients such as soy lecithin (E322) used as an emulsifier and vanilla extract; these industrially manufactured components raise its NOVA level to 4.

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

With 37 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar can cause rapid blood-glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetics, while the 17 g of saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol and may contribute to higher blood pressure, which is not advisable for people managing hypertension.

Is the soy lecithin in this product a concern for people with soy allergies?

Yes; soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and is listed as an allergen, so individuals sensitive to soy should avoid this chocolate, which also contains hazelnut paste and may have traces of milk and gluten.

Ethiquable • 100 g

Chocolat gianduja

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chocolat gianduja is a fair-trade, organic dark chocolate bar that belongs to the PNNS groups 'Sugary snacks' and 'Chocolate products'. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and a NOVA 4 rating, providing about 571 kcal per 100 g, with 37 g of sugar, 17 g of saturated fat, 0.05 g of salt, and 4.7 g of fiber, which makes it high in energy, sugar and saturated fat while offering some fiber and a minimum of 42% cocoa. The bar also lists soy lecithin and hazelnut paste as ingredients, so it contains allergens (nuts and soy) and may have traces of milk and gluten, limiting its use for many restricted diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal575 kcal

Fat41 g

Saturated Fat17 g

Carbohydrates42 g

Sugars37 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this gianduja bar contains slightly less sugar (37 g vs 40.3 g) and far lower salt (0.05 g vs 0.42 g), while its energy (about 571 kcal) and saturated fat (17 g) are close to or above the category averages.

Ingredients

Sucre de canne* , pâte de cacao* du Guatemala 31%, purée de noisette° 20%, beurre de cacao*, émulsifiant : lécithine de soja°, extrait de vanille*, Cacao:42% minimum dans le chocolat. ° issus de l'agriculture biologique (100%) * issus du commerce équitable (79,5% du poids total avec 69% SPP) Peut contenir des traces d'autres fruits à coque, lait et gluten.

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