Why is Muesil hazelnut and raisin bar classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar is labeled NOVA 4 because it is made from many industrial ingredients and undergoes multiple processing steps; its formulation includes emulsifiers such as soy lecithin, mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids and sodium stearoyl‑2‑lactylate, a raising agent (sodium carbonate), palm oil, shea butter and other refined fats, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the high sugar content of this bar affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 44 g of sugars per 100 g, the bar can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for diabetic diets, and although its salt level (0.63 g) is below the average snack bar, the overall high sugar and calorie density may contribute to weight gain and increase cardiovascular risk for those managing hypertension.

Is the hazelnut ingredient in this product a concern for individuals with nut allergies?

Yes, the bar contains 2 % hazelnuts, which are listed as a declared allergen; consumers with tree‑nut allergies should avoid it or consult a medical professional before consumption.

Balisto • 185g

Muesil goût noisettes et raisin

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Muesil hazelnut and raisin bar is a sweet snack bar made by Balisto, classified in the sugary snacks and biscuits-and-cakes families. It contains whole‑grain oats, barley, wheat flour, raisins, hazelnuts and UTZ‑certified cocoa, but also includes dairy powders, palm oil and several emulsifiers, resulting in an ultra‑processed NOVA 4 classification. Nutritionally it provides 501 kcal, 25 g fat (11 g saturated), 44 g sugars and 0.63 g salt per 100 g, earning a Nutri‑Score of E and carrying gluten, milk, soy and nut allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal501 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat11 g

Carbohydrates61 g

Sugars44 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack bar, this Muesil bar contains 44 g of sugars versus 28.98 g, 25 g of fat versus 17.65 g, and 11 g of saturated fat versus 7.8 g per 100 g, while its salt (0.63 g) is lower than the category average of 1.98 g.

Ingredients

Sucre, céréales complètes (19%) (flocon d'avoine complet, farine de blé complète, farine d'orge complète), huile de tournesol, raisins secs (6,7%), farine de blé, beurre de cacao, pâte de cacao, petit lait en poudre, lait écrémé en poudre, matière grasse de karité, lactose, noisettes (2%), matière grasse du lait, émulsifiants (lécithine de soja, mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, stéaroyl-2-lactylate de sodium), matière grasse de palme, poudre de yaourt maigre (lait), sel, poudre à lever (carbonate de sodium), huile de noix de coco, huile de palme, extrait naturel de vanille.

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