Why is 45% Cocoa Dark Milk Chocolate classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is classified as NOVA 4 because the formulation relies on refined sugar, cocoa mass, whole milk powder, cocoa butter, flavoring and milk solids, all of which are industrially processed ingredients; no separate additives such as emulsifiers are listed, but the flavoring component represents an additive element.

How does the high sugar and saturated fat content in this chocolate affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

The 44 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while the 23 g of saturated fat may raise cholesterol levels, which can be problematic for hypertension or heart‑healthy diets; consumption should be limited and balanced with lower‑sugar, lower‑fat foods.

Is the milk in this chocolate a concern for people with lactose intolerance or dairy allergy?

Yes, the bar contains whole milk powder and milk solids, providing both lactose and milk proteins; anyone with a dairy allergy or lactose intolerance should avoid this product.

Co-op • 100 g

45% Cocoa Dark Milk Chocolate

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The 45% Cocoa Dark Milk Chocolate is a sweet snack belonging to the sugary snacks and chocolate products groups, featuring a Nutri-Score of E and classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed item. It offers a rich, creamy taste supported by fair‑trade certification and a vegetarian label, but it is high in sugars (44 g), total fat (39 g) and saturated fat (23 g) while providing only modest fiber (4.7 g) and low salt (0.15 g). Consumers should be aware of the presence of milk ingredients, making it unsuitable for those with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal263 kcal

Energy1116 kJ

Fat34.6 g

Saturated Fat2.2 g

Cholesterol0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet snack averages, this chocolate bar contains higher sugar, fat, saturated fat and energy, but lower salt and fiber.

Ingredients

Cane Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Whole Milk Powder, Cocoa Butter, Flavouring. Milk solids 20% minimum. Cocoa solids 45% minimum.

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Co-op • 100 g

45% Cocoa Dark Milk Chocolate

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal263 kcal

Energy1116 kJ

Fat34.6 g

Saturated Fat2.2 g

Cholesterol0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet snack averages, this chocolate bar contains higher sugar, fat, saturated fat and energy, but lower salt and fiber.

Ingredients

Cane Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Whole Milk Powder, Cocoa Butter, Flavouring. Milk solids 20% minimum. Cocoa solids 45% minimum.

84%

35%

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