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

NOVA 4 denotes foods made mostly from industrial ingredients with multiple processing steps; Bonbon Riesen contain added sugars, glucose syrup, condensed whey and milk, palm fat, and a range of additives such as the colorant E14xx, the emulsifier lecithin (E322), and the humectant sorbitol (E420/E420ii), which all contribute to its ultra‑processed status.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content of Bonbon Riesen affect a diabetic or cardiovascular diet?

With 43.9 g of sugar and 10.8 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the candies can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and raise LDL cholesterol, so they are unsuitable for regular consumption by people managing diabetes or heart‑related conditions and should be limited to occasional indulgence.

Is the soy lecithin in Bonbon Riesen a concern for individuals with soy allergy?

Yes, the product lists soy‑derived lecithin as an ingredient and flags soy as an allergen, so anyone with a diagnosed soy allergy should avoid Bonbon Riesen.

Riesen • 231g

Bonbon Riesen

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Bonbon Riesen are chocolate‑flavored candies sold by the Riesen brand in 231 g packages, classified as a sugary snack. They belong to the "Sugary snacks" group, carry a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA rating of 4, with high levels of sugar (43.9 g), fat (18.3 g) and saturated fat (10.8 g) but low salt (0.14 g). The product contains milk, soy and possible tree‑nut traces, uses palm oil and several additives, making it an ultra‑processed treat best enjoyed occasionally.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal449 kcal

Fat18.3 g

Saturated Fat10.8 g

Carbohydrates66.3 g

Sugars43.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, Bonbon Riesen contain less sugar (43.9 g vs 53.4 g) but considerably more fat (18.3 g vs 10.5 g), saturated fat (10.8 g vs 7 g) and calories (≈449 kcal vs 373 kcal), while their salt level is lower.

Ingredients

Glukosesirup, Zucker, kondensierte Süßmolke, Kakaomasse* (10% ), Palmfett, kondensierte Magermilch, Kakao, Kakaobutter, Feuchthaltemittel Sorbitsirup, Butterreinfett, Molkenerzeugnis, modifizierte Stärke, Emulgator Lecithine (Soja), Vanilleextrakt Kann auch Anteile von Haselnuss, Mandel, Erdnuss und anderen Nüssen enthalten,

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