Why is Cranberry Chia Keske classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product falls in NOVA group 3 because it is a formulated food that contains several refined ingredients such as wheat flour, sunflower oil and concentrated apple juice, and it uses a raising agent. The only listed additives are sodium bicarbonate (E500) and its double‑salt form (E500ii), which act as leavening agents.

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

With 20 g of sugars per 100 g, the biscuit delivers a moderate amount of quick‑carbohydrate energy that can raise blood glucose levels, so diabetics should consume it sparingly and pair it with protein or fiber. The salt level is low at 0.15 g per 100 g, making it unlikely to impact blood pressure significantly, but total daily sodium intake should still be monitored.

Is the wheat gluten in Cranberry Chia Keske a concern for people with celiac disease?

Yes, the biscuit contains wheat flour and barley flour, both of which contain gluten, so it is not safe for anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Alnatura • 150 g

Cranberry Chia Keske

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The Cranberry Chia Keske is an organic sweet biscuit marketed as a snack, classified in the “Sugary snacks” and “Biscuits and cakes” groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C (score 6) and falls in NOVA group 3, with 12 g fat, 20 g sugars, 0.15 g salt, 7.9 g fiber and 434 kcal per 100 g, giving it lower sugar, salt and saturated fat than the average snack but a slightly higher energy content. The product contains wheat gluten, sunflower oil, dates, raisins and chia seeds, includes two additives (E500 and E500ii), and is certified organic under EU regulations.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal435 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat1.1 g

Carbohydrates71 g

Sugars20 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack (28.98 g sugar, 17.65 g fat, 1.98 g salt per 100 g), this biscuit provides considerably less sugar and fat, markedly lower salt, higher fiber and slightly higher calories.

Ingredients

Farine de blé complet, farine de blé, huile de tournesol, cannerbeges 10% (canneberges 52%, jus de pomme concentre, huile de tournesol) dattes, séchées 10%, raisins sultanines séchés et huilés 10% (à l\hile d tournesol) farine d'orge, flocons d'avoine, graines de chia 3%, sel marin, poudre à lever: carbonate acide de sodium

84%

35%

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