Why is the Barre protéinée classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar receives a NOVA 4 rating because its ingredients list includes refined cocoa paste, multiple sweeteners, emulsifiers, and processed plant fats, which are characteristic of industrially formulated foods. The only listed additives are E422 (glycerine) used as a humectant and E965 (maltitol) used as a sugar substitute.

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

With only 0.7 g of sugars per 100 g, the bar contributes minimally to daily carbohydrate limits, making it relatively safe for blood‑glucose control, while its 0.58 g of salt is below the average for protein bars, offering a modest impact on blood pressure for hypertensive individuals.

Is this protein bar suitable for a strict vegan diet?

Yes, the bar is formulated without animal‑derived ingredients and carries a vegan label; however, consumers should note the presence of soy protein, which some vegans avoid due to GMO concerns, and the occasional risk of cross‑contamination with gluten, milk or peanuts as indicated in the trace allergen warnings.

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Barre protéinée saveur Brownies au chocolat

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The product is a high‑protein vegan snack bar, classified within the protein‑rich snack category. It carries a Nutri‑Score of not applicable for this supplement type, is labeled NOVA 4 indicating an ultra‑processed formulation, and offers 24 g of protein and 13 g of fiber per 100 g while containing 0.7 g of sugars, 17 g of fat (8.7 g saturated) and 0.58 g of salt. Despite its vegan claim, it includes soy protein and traces of gluten, milk and peanuts, and contains additives E422 (glycerine) and E965 (maltitol).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal369 kcal

Fat17 g

Saturated Fat8.7 g

Carbohydrates37 g

Sugars0.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average protein‑bar, this bar is markedly lower in sugar (0.7 g vs 10.4 g) and salt (0.58 g vs 1.01 g), slightly higher in total fat (17 g vs 16.4 g) and saturated fat (8.7 g vs 6.5 g), richer in fiber (13 g vs 9.7 g) but provides less protein (24 g vs 29.5 g).

Ingredients

Enrobage de chocolat noir 24% avec édulcorant (pâte de cacao, édulcorant: maltitol; beurre de cacan, émulsifiant: cithines, arôme naturel de vanille, mélange de protéines végétaliennes (PROTEINE DE SOJA, pronene de pois, protéine de ri, humectant: glycérine; Enrobage composite avec édulcorant et fibres (édulcorant: maltitol beurre de fibres: oligofructose te de cacao, farine de fix, emulsifient tines are nature de cacan arme naturel de vanille fibres polydextrose Croustillants de cacao 4% SOJA (PROTEINE DE SOJA, poudre de cacao, fécule de tapioca), huile de tournesol, poudre de cacao allégé (alcalinisée), arômes, aromes naturels, edulcorant sucrame Cacao: 54% au minimum dans le chocolat. Peut contenir des GLUTEN, ARACHIDES, LAIT (LACTOSE FRUITS A COODE Une consommation excessive peut entrainer des effets laxatifs.

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