Why is Crunchy Protein Bar classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar combines multiple industrial ingredients such as maltitol sweetener, soy lecithin, glycerol, sodium hydroxide, and sucralose, along with flavorings and emulsifiers that are manufactured rather than derived directly from whole foods; this degree of formulation places it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category.

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

With only 4.8 g of sugars per 100 g, the bar is relatively low‑sugar and therefore less likely to spike blood glucose, but the presence of 0.83 g of salt per 100 g may still contribute to daily sodium intake, so people monitoring blood pressure should consume it in limited amounts.

Is the milk protein in this bar a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the bar lists milk protein and whole‑milk powder among its ingredients, making it unsuitable for anyone with a milk allergy, and it may also cause issues for those who are lactose‑intolerant despite the low lactose content.

Sportyfeel • 45 g

Crunchy Protein Bar - Schokoladengeschmack

Snacks

Product Insights

The Crunchy Protein Bar – Chocolate Flavor is a high‑protein snack marketed for bodybuilding and active lifestyles, classified in the “snacks” group of the French PNNS system. It provides 34 g of protein and only 4.8 g of sugars per 100 g, but as an ultra‑processed product (NOVA 4) without a Nutri‑Score (dietary‑supplement category) it contains several additives, soy lecithin (E322), glycerol (E422), sodium hydroxide (E524), sucralose (E955) and maltitol (E965), and lists milk, soy, gluten and trace nut allergens. The bar’s high saturated fat (8.9 g) and moderate salt (0.83 g) mean it should be consumed in moderation and is not suitable as a primary nutrition source.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal371 kcal

Fat14 g

Saturated Fat8.9 g

Carbohydrates36 g

Sugars4.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average protein bars, this bar contains far less sugar (4.8 g vs 28.6 g) and lower total fat (14 g vs 19.2 g), but its saturated fat is higher (8.9 g vs 7 g) while delivering markedly more protein (34 g vs 7.5 g) and less salt (0.83 g vs 5.2 g).

Ingredients

31% chocolat au lait avec édulcorant (édulcorant: maltitols; lait entier en poudre, beurre de cacao*, pâte de cacao*, émulsifiant : lécithines (soja); arôme naturel de vanille), 29% mélange de protéines (13% protéines de lait, collagène bovin, 1% isolat de protéines de soja), 15% préparation à base de caramel (édulcorant: maltitols; fibres de mais, sirop de sucre inverti, lait de coco en poudre, graisse de coco, stabilisant glycérol; 4% protéines de pois, sel, émulsifiant : lecithines; arôme naturel, correcteur d'acidité: hydroxyde de sodium), humectant: glycérol; édulcorant: maltitols; 5,5% flocons de protéines de soja (1% protéines de soja, amidon de tapioca, émulsifiant : lécithines (soja)), 1% cacao dégraissé en poudre*, arôme naturel de chocolat, édulcorant: sucralose. *Certifié Rainforest Alliance. Pour en savoir plus, rendez-vous sur ra.org. Traces éventuelles d'arachides, d'amandes et de céréales contenant du gluten.

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