Why is Madeleines coquilles Nature classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes added sugars, a stabilizer (sorbitol, E420) and leavening agents (diphosphates, E450 and sodium carbonates, E500) as well as a natural lemon flavour, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the high sugar and salt content of Madeleines coquilles Nature affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 29.9 g of sugar per 100 g, the snack can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while its 0.85 g of salt contributes to sodium intake but is lower than the average sweet snack, still requiring moderation for hypertension.

Is the egg ingredient in Madeleines coquilles Nature a concern for people with egg allergy or for vegetarian diets?

Yes, the product contains whole eggs, so it is not safe for individuals allergic to egg and it is unsuitable for a vegan diet, although it is acceptable for ovo‑vegetarians who consume eggs.

Sondey • 600g

Madeleines coquilles Nature

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Madeleines coquilles Nature are small, shell-shaped cakes made with wheat flour, sugar, rapeseed oil, and whole eggs, sold as a sweet snack in France. They belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups, carry a Nutri‑Score of D and are classified as NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with added sugars, a stabilizer (sorbitol) and leavening agents (diphosphates, sodium carbonates). While providing 442 kcal per 100 g and 5 g of protein, the product is high in fat (22.7 g), saturated fat (1.8 g) and sugars (29.9 g) and contains egg and gluten allergens, which may be concerns for certain diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal442 kcal

Fat22.7 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates53.8 g

Sugars29.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sweet snack values, its sugar (29.9 g) and fat (22.7 g) per 100 g exceed the typical 28.98 g of sugar and 17.65 g of fat, while its salt level (0.85 g) is well below the average 1.98 g.

Ingredients

29% farine de blé (Origine: France), sucre, huile de colza, 19% œufs* entiers, stabilisant : sorbitol ; sirop de glucose-fructose, poudres à lever (diphosphates, carbonates de sodium), sel, arôme naturel de citron.

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400 g (16 unités de 25 g)