Why is Organic Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter placed in NOVA group 3 and which ingredients make it a processed product?

NOVA group 3 denotes foods that have been processed and contain added substances such as sugars, fats or flavorings; in this spread the refined cane sugar, added salt, cocoa paste, cocoa butter and the fat‑reduced cocoa contribute to its processed status.

How do the sugar and fat levels in this spread influence a diabetic or heart‑healthy diet?

With 12.1 g of sugars and 46 g of total fat (including 10.8 g saturated fat) per 100 g, the spread adds significant calories and saturated fats, which can raise blood glucose and cholesterol levels, so people managing diabetes or heart disease should limit its portion size.

Is this peanut butter suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

All ingredients are plant‑based, making the product vegan and naturally gluten‑free; its low carbohydrate (20.2 g total, 12.1 g sugars) and high fat content also align with keto guidelines, though its high calorie density means it should be eaten in moderation.

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Beurre de cacahuètes chocolat noir Bio

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Organic dark chocolate peanut butter is a spread that belongs to the 'Sugary snacks' family. It delivers 22.7 g protein and 9.5 g fiber per 100 g, is low in salt (0.22 g) and made with 80 % organic peanuts and fair‑trade chocolate, but it also contains 46 g fat (10.8 g saturated), 12.1 g sugars and provides 585 kcal, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of C. The product falls in NOVA group 3, indicating it is a processed food, and despite its organic and biodynamic certifications, its high fat and sugar levels make it a treat to be consumed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal585 kcal

Fat46 g

Saturated Fat10.8 g

Carbohydrates20.2 g

Sugars12.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this spread contains far more protein (22.7 g vs 2.9 g), fat (46 g vs 10.5 g) and energy (585 kcal vs 373 kcal), but considerably less sugar (12.1 g vs 53.4 g) and salt (0.22 g vs 0.36 g).

Ingredients

_Cacahuètes_ 80%*, pépites de chocolat noir 60%** 18% (pâte de cacao*, sucre de canne*, beurre de cacao*), cacao maigre** 1,9%*, sel. *produits issus de l'agriculture biologique **ingrédients issus du commerce équitable

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Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

moderate

Salt

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Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal585 kcal

Fat46 g

Saturated Fat10.8 g

Carbohydrates20.2 g

Sugars12.1 g

Comparative Analysis

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