Why is Sweet and Salty classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 label because the formulation relies on refined ingredients such as glucose syrup, glucose‑fructose syrup, added sugars, palm oil and cereal crisps that have been heavily processed; the only listed additive is lecithin (E322) used as an emulsifier.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content in this bar affect a diabetic or heart‑health diet?

The 22.5 g of sugars per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, which is problematic for diabetes management, and the 10.6 g of saturated fat contributes to higher LDL cholesterol, a risk factor for cardiovascular disease; therefore the bar should be limited or avoided in such diets.

Is the peanut content in Sweet and Salty a concern for people with peanut allergies?

Yes; the bar lists roasted peanuts (27 %) and peanut paste (4 %) as ingredients, and peanuts are highlighted in the allergen list, so anyone with a peanut allergy should avoid this product.

Corny • 1pcs

Süß und Salzig

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Sweet and Salty is a Corny snack bar that combines roasted peanuts, whole‑grain cereal flakes, cornflakes and a touch of milk powder into a sweet‑and‑salty treat. Per 100 g it delivers 492 kcal, 24.9 g fat (10.6 g saturated), 22.5 g sugars, 0.94 g salt and 12.3 g protein, earning a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 rating, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature and the presence of added sugars, palm oil and lecithin. While it provides quick energy and a relatively high protein amount, the high fat, saturated fat and added‑sugar content, together with nut and dairy allergens, make it more of an occasional indulgence than a health‑focused snack.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal497 kcal

Fat26.9 g

Saturated Fat11 g

Carbohydrates50.1 g

Sugars22.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sugary snack bars, this bar contains less sugar (22.5 g vs 28.98 g) and salt (0.94 g vs 1.98 g) but markedly more fat (24.9 g vs 17.65 g), saturated fat (10.6 g vs 7.8 g) and calories (492 kcal vs 418 kcal), while offering about double the protein.

Ingredients

Geröstete Erdnüsse 29 %, Glukosesirup, Getreidecrispies (Weizenmehl, Zucker, Maismehl, Reismehl, Gerstenmalzextrakt, Salz, Karamellzuckersirup), Glukose-Fruktose-Sirup, Vollkorngetreideflocken (Hafer - 6%, Weizen - 1,5 %), Palmöl, Magermilchpulver, Zucker, Kokosöl, Erdnussmark 2,7 %, Cornflakes (Mais, Salz, Gerstenmalzextrakt), Salz, fettarmes Kakaopulver, Karamellzuckersirup, Emulgator Lecithine. Kann Schalenfrüchte enthalten.

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