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

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes added sugars, cocoa butter and an emulsifier (lecithin, listed as additive E322), which are typical ingredients of industrial chocolate production rather than simple, minimally processed cocoa.

How does the sugar content in Zartbitter Schokolade affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 47.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for uncontrolled diabetes, while its very low salt (0.01 g) does not add pressure for hypertension, but overall moderation is advised for both conditions.

Based on its ingredients, is Zartbitter Schokolade suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or other strict diets?

All listed components – cocoa paste, sugar, cocoa butter, soy lecithin and vanilla extract – are plant‑derived, so the chocolate is vegan, gluten‑free and nut‑free, but it contains soy, which may be problematic for people with a soy allergy.

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Zartbitter Schokolade

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Zartbitter Schokolade is a 50% cocoa dark chocolate bar marketed as a sweet snack and classified in the Sugary snacks and Chocolate products groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and falls into the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting its high added-sugar content (47.8 g per 100 g) and the presence of an emulsifier (lecithin E322). While the bar offers a relatively low salt level and fair-trade cocoa certification, it provides no dietary fiber, modest protein, and contains soy, which may be an allergen for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal512 kcal

Fat30.1 g

Saturated Fat18.7 g

Carbohydrates51.1 g

Sugars47.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sweet‑snack values, this chocolate contains more sugar (47.8 g vs 40.2 g) and slightly more carbohydrates, but less total fat, saturated fat and virtually no salt, while also providing less fiber and protein than typical snacks.

Ingredients

Kakaomasse, Zucker, Kakaobutter, Emulgator Lecithine (_Soja_), Bourbon-Vanilleextrakt

84%

35%

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Aldi,Choceur,Libeert

150 g