Why is Naya wafers classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

NOVA 4 denotes products made mostly from industrial ingredients and additives rather than whole foods. Naya wafers contain refined sugar, non‑hydrogenated vegetable fats, multiple emulsifiers (mono‑ and diglycerides, rapeseed lecithin), a colourant (beta‑carotene, E‑160ai), citric acid (E‑330) and raising agents (sodium and ammonium bicarbonates, E‑500/E‑503), all of which contribute to its ultra‑processed status.

How does the high sugar and fat content of Naya wafers affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The 40.4 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making the product unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while the 27.5 g of fat (including 12.3 g saturated fat) raises total caloric intake and may impact cholesterol levels; however, the low salt (0.29 g) does not add significant sodium burden for hypertension, but overall the snack should be limited in these diets.

Are Naya wafers suitable for vegan, keto, gluten‑free, or halal diets?

Naya wafers are not vegan because they contain whey powder and a pasteurised egg blend, and they are not gluten‑free due to wheat flour. Their high carbohydrate content (62.9 g sugar + carbohydrates) makes them unsuitable for a keto regimen, but they are certified Halal, so they meet halal dietary requirements.

Престиж • 350 г

Вафли Ная

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Naya wafers are a 350 g sweet snack produced in Bulgaria under the Плестиж brand and carry a Halal certification. They belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups, but with 40.4 g of sugar, 27.5 g of fat (including 12.3 g saturated fat) and 522 kcal per 100 g, they receive a Nutri‑Score of E and are classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, containing allergens such as gluten, milk and peanuts. While the product includes plant‑derived fats and a modest salt level, it also lists several additives (E‑160ai, E‑330, E‑471, E‑500/E‑503) and provides little fiber, making it best enjoyed as an occasional treat rather than a nutritious choice.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Added Sugars54 g

Fruits & Vegetables5.1 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for sugary snacks, Naya wafers contain significantly more sugar (40.4 g vs 28.98 g), more fat (27.5 g vs 17.65 g) and higher energy (522 kcal vs 418 kcal), while its salt level (0.29 g) is well below the category average.

Ingredients

захар, нехидрогенирани растителни мазнини (мазнини - палмова и ший; емулгатор - моно и диглицериди на мастни киселини; ароматизант; оцветител - бета каротин), пшенично брашно, фъстъци, суроватка на прах, какао на прах с намалено маслено съдържание, картофено нишесте, царевично нишесте, пшенично малцово брашно, пастьоризиран яйчен меланж, регулатор на киселинността - лимонена киселина, набухватели (натриев бикарбонат, амониев бикарбонат), емулгатор (рапичен лецитин), сол, ароматизант.

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