Question 1

Why is Vegan Mousse on Coconut Base classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Accepted Answer

The mousse is deemed ultra‑processed because its formulation relies heavily on refined ingredients and a suite of food‑industry additives. It includes emulsifiers such as lecithin (E322), mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids (E471) and their milk‑fat esters (E472b), a stabiliser carrageen (E407), a thickener agar‑agar (E406), an acidity regulator calcium lactate (E327) and a foaming agent nitrogen (E931). These additives improve texture, shelf‑life and mouthfeel but are characteristic of highly processed foods.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

With 17.4 g of sugars per 100 g, the mousse delivers a moderate amount of quickly absorbable carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose, so people with diabetes should consume it only in small portions and account for it in their total carbohydrate count. The salt level is very low at 0.03 g, which is negligible for hypertension, but the high saturated‑fat content (10.1 g) may influence cardiovascular risk and should be considered in a heart‑healthy eating plan.

Question 3

Is this mousse suitable for strict diets like vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free?

Accepted Answer

The product is certified vegan and contains no animal‑derived ingredients, making it suitable for vegan diets. It is also gluten‑free, as no wheat‑based components are listed. However, the high sugar and carbohydrate content (17.4 g sugar, 19.1 g carbs per 100 g) make it unsuitable for a ketogenic diet. Soy lecithin is present, which is permissible in halal foods, so the mousse can be considered halal‑compatible assuming no hidden animal‑derived processing aids.

Molkerei Alois Müller, müller • 140g

Vegan Mousse auf Kokosbasis

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