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

The product is rated NOVA 4 because it includes many industrially derived components such as refined sugar, cocoa paste, milk powder, starch, and several additives. The listed additives are lecithin (E322), gum arabic (E414), carnauba wax (E903) and beeswax (E901), together with a blend of natural colorants and flavorings.

How does the sugar and salt content in Bunte Schokolinsen affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 57 g of sugar per 100 g, the candies can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making them unsuitable for people managing diabetes. The salt content is 0.28 g per 100 g, which is lower than the average for sweet snacks but still contributes to daily sodium intake and should be limited for hypertension.

Is the soy lecithin in this product a concern for people with soy allergy?

Yes. Soy lecithin (E322) is derived from soybeans and is listed as an allergen, so individuals with a soy allergy should avoid these chocolates.

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Bunte Schokolinsen

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Bunte Schokolinsen are colorful milk‑chocolate candies marketed as sweet snacks. They belong to the Sugary snacks and Chocolate products groups, carry a Nutri‑Score of E, an Eco‑Score of D and are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) due to numerous industrial ingredients and additives. While they provide a modest amount of protein and cocoa, they are high in sugar and contain allergens such as milk, soy, gluten and traces of nuts.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal530 kcal

Fat30 g

Saturated Fat18 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Sugars57 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet snack averages, Bunte Schokolinsen contain markedly higher sugar (57 g vs 40 g) and lower fiber (1.8 g vs 6 g), while their fat, saturated fat and salt levels are close to or below the category norms.

Ingredients

Zucker, 20% bunte Schokolinsen [Zucker, Kakaomasse, Kakaobutter, Vollmilchpulver, Stärke, Emulgator: Lecithine; Überzugsmittel: Gummi arabicum, Carnaubawachs, Bienenwachs weiß und gelb; färbende Lebensmittel (Traubensaftkonzentrat, Rettichsaftkonzentrat, schwarzes Johannisbeersaftkonzentrat, Zitronensaftkonzentrat, Rote - Bete-Saftkonzentrat, Färberdistelextrakt, Spirulinakonzentrat), Gerstenmalzextrakt, Kakaobutter, Vollmilchpulver, Kakaomasse, Süßmolkenpulver, Haselnusspaste, Emulgator: Lecithine (Soja); Vanilleextrakt. Kann Spuren von anderen Schalenfrüchten und Erdnüssen enthalten. Vor Wärme schützen und trocken lagern.

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