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

Lion is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes industrially processed components such as refined sugar, plant oil, whey powder, maltodextrin and a synthetic emulsifier (E476), which are typical of highly formulated snack foods.

How does the high sugar and saturated fat content in Lion affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 52 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for diabetics, while the 12 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol; the moderate salt (0.33 g) is less of a concern for hypertension but overall the product is not recommended for these dietary conditions.

Is the milk ingredient in Lion a concern for people with dairy allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes, Lion contains dried whey powder and milk, which are dairy derivatives; both can trigger reactions in individuals with milk allergy and may cause discomfort for those who are lactose intolerant.

Nestlé • 42g

Lion

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Lion is a wafer bar with soft caramel and chocolate glaze, belonging to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating it is ultra-processed with ingredients such as sugar, plant fat, whey powder, and the additive E476. The product is high in sugar (52 g per 100 g), fat (23 g) and saturated fat (12 g), low in fiber and protein, and contains gluten and milk allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal494 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat12 g

Carbohydrates67 g

Sugars52 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sweet snacks, Lion contains substantially more sugar and fat per 100 g while its salt level is lower than the category average.

Ingredients

Цукор, патока, жир рослинний, сироватка молочна суха, пшеничні пластівці (борошно пшеничне, цукор, крохмаль пшеничний, карамелізований цукровий сироп, сіль кухонна, емульгатор лецитин соняшниковий, розпушувач тіста сода харчова), борошно пшеничне, молоко сухе незбиране, какао-порошок зі зниженим вмістом жиру, мальтодекстрин, крохмаль кукурудзяний, емульгатори (лецитин соняшниковий, Е476), сіль кухонна, розпушувач тіста (сода харчова)

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