Why is High protein vanilla pudding classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It falls into the NOVA 4 category because the formulation relies on refined ingredients and multiple food‑grade additives rather than whole foods; the label lists carrageenan (E407), sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (E466), acesulfame‑K (E950), sucralose (E955), modified tapioca starch, safflower extract, and natural vanilla and other flavorings.

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

With only 4 g of sugar and 0.12 g of salt per 100 g, the pudding provides a relatively low glycaemic and sodium load, making it more compatible with diabetes and hypertension management than typical sweet desserts, though portion control remains important.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free?

The pudding contains skimmed milk and milk‑derived proteins, so it is not vegan or halal, but it is labeled gluten‑free and its low carbohydrate content can fit within a keto framework for those who tolerate dairy.

Milbona • 400 gram

High protein vanilla pudding

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

High protein vanilla pudding is a dairy‑based dessert from Milbona, classified in the milk and dairy products (dairy desserts) group and sold in Lidl stores. It earns a Nutri‑Score of A due to low sugar (4 g), low fat, low saturated fat (1 g) and low salt (0.12 g) per 100 g, while providing a high protein content of 10 g. However, it is an ultra‑processed food (NOVA 4) containing several additives such as carrageenan (E407), sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (E466), acesulfame‑K (E950) and sucralose (E955), and it contains milk, which may be a concern for those with milk allergies despite a “no‑lactose” claim.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal75 kcal

Fat1.5 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates5.2 g

Sugars4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average dairy desserts, this pudding contains roughly one‑third the sugar, less than a quarter the fat and salt, and about 50 % more protein per 100 g.

Ingredients

Lait écrémé, protéines de lait crème, amidon modifié de tapioca, carraghénanes, carboxyméthyl-cellulose sodique, extrait de carthame, arôme naturel de vanille, arôme naturel, acesulfame-K, sucralose; lactase.

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Milbona

4 x 115 g