Why is Protein cream hazelnut‑cacao classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from refined ingredients such as rapeseed oil, maltitol, milk protein concentrate, emulsifiers like lecithin (E322) and flavorings, all of which are industrially processed and combined, placing the product in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category.

How does the high fat and protein content of this spread affect a diabetic or heart‑healthy diet?

The low sugar (6.7 g) is favorable for blood‑glucose control, but the 41 g of fat per 100 g (including 5.8 g saturated fat) raises total‑fat intake and may be a concern for heart‑healthy diets; the high protein (24 g) can support satiety but should be balanced with other low‑fat foods.

Is Protein cream hazelnut‑cacao suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

It is not vegan because it contains milk‑derived protein and possible soy traces; its low carbohydrate (27 g) and high fat profile can fit a ketogenic pattern, and it contains no gluten‑bearing ingredients, so it is generally gluten‑free.

Nu3 • 200g

Protein cream hazelnut-cacao

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Protein cream hazelnut‑cacao, marketed by Nu3, is a 200 g hazelnut‑cocoa spread that emphasizes high protein content. Per 100 g it delivers 24 g of protein, 41 g of fat (including 5.8 g saturated fat), 6.7 g of sugars and 553 kcal, placing it in the 'Sugary snacks' PNNS group despite its moderate sugar level. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and contains milk‑derived protein, maltitol, lecithin (E322) and traces of soy, making it unsuitable for vegans and a potential allergen for those sensitive to milk or nuts.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal553 kcal

Fat41 g

Saturated Fat5.8 g

Carbohydrates27 g

Sugars6.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical breakfast spreads, this hazelnut‑cacao protein cream contains far less sugar and far more protein and fat, delivering about 553 kcal versus the category average of 373 kcal per 100 g.

Ingredients

Nuss-Nougat-Protein-Creme, mit Süssungsmittel Zutaten: Rapsöl (28%), Molkeneiweisskonzentrat (aus Milch, 22%), Süssungs mittel: Maltit, Haselnusskerne (11%), Süssmolkenpulver (aus Milch), fettarmes Kakaopulver (7,5%), Kakaobutter (4,5%), Emulgator: Lecithine (Sonnenblume natürliches Aroma, Bourbon-Vanille-Extrakt. Kann Spuren von anderen Schalenfrüchten und Soja enthalten. Kann bei über A mässigem Verzehr abführend wirken. Bei Raumtemperatur und trocken lagem Im Vergleich zu herkömmlichen Nuss-Nougat-Cremes mit Kakao. Nährwerte pro/

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