Why is Fantasy Truffles with candied orange peel classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The truffles contain refined sugar, vegetable fat, whey powder, multiple cocoa powders, and added flavorings, all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods; the only listed additives are E322 (soy lecithin) used as an emulsifier and E330 (citric acid) as an acidity regulator.

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

The 42 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while the 38 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol, which is a concern for heart‑healthy or hypertensive diets; however, its low salt content offers minimal impact on blood pressure.

Is the presence of milk and soy allergens in this product a concern for people with dairy or soy allergies?

Yes, the truffles contain whey powder (milk) and soy lecithin, both of which are common allergens; individuals with dairy or soy sensitivities should avoid this confection.

Favorina, Lidl • 250 g

Truffes Fantaisie aux écorces d'oranges confites

Fruits And Vegetables

Product Insights

Fantasy Truffles with candied orange peel are a chocolate confection classified in the vegetables PNNS group due to their plant‑based ingredients such as coconut fat and cocoa. They carry a Nutri‑Score of E and belong to the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting high levels of sugar (42 g) and saturated fat (38 g) per 100 g, while providing modest fiber (4.6 g) and low salt (0.03 g). The product contains milk and soy allergens, uses additives E322 (soy lecithin) and E330 (citric acid), and is marked with Fairtrade and Triman certifications.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal579 kcal

Fat42 g

Saturated Fat38 g

Carbohydrates44 g

Sugars42 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical snack averages, this truffle contains dramatically more sugar and fat (42 g sugar and 42 g fat vs. 3.6 g and 1.4 g) and far higher saturated fat (38 g vs. 0.3 g), while its salt content is lower than average.

Ingredients

Graisse végétale (noix de coco), sucre, cacao maigre en poudre, lactosérum en poudre (lait), 5% éclats d'écorce d'orange confite (écorce d'orange, sucre, sirop de glucose-fructose, correcteur d'acidité: acide citrique), 1% cacao en poudre, émulsifiant : lécithines (soja), arôme naturel d'orange, arôme naturel de vanille,

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