Why is Mars frozen almond classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The bar includes refined sugar, glucose syrup, dairy blends and a range of food‑industry additives such as soy lecithin, emulsifiers E471 and E477, and stabilizers E407, E410 and E412, which together meet the criteria for an ultra‑processed product.

How do the sugar and saturated‑fat levels in this ice‑cream bar affect diabetic or cardiovascular health?

With 26 g of sugar and 10 g of saturated fat per 100 ml, regular consumption can raise blood glucose and increase LDL cholesterol, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control or heart‑healthy diets.

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

Yes, the product contains skimmed milk, milk powder and lactose, so it should be avoided by anyone with a dairy allergy or lactose intolerance.

Mars • 6 * 45,3 ml

Mars glacé amande

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Mars frozen almond is a 6‑pack of 45.3 ml ice‑cream bars produced by Mars and sold in French retailers such as Auchan and Magasins U. It belongs to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes families, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with added sugars, gluten‑free dairy and several food additives. While it offers a quick source of energy and a pleasant almond‑flavored taste, it contains high saturated fat (10 g per 100 ml), considerable sugars (26 g per 100 ml) and milk allergens, which may be undesirable for health‑conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal291 kcal

Fat16 g

Saturated Fat10 g

Carbohydrates32 g

Sugars26 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this ice‑cream bar has slightly lower sugar and total fat and provides less energy, but its saturated‑fat content is higher than the typical 7.8 g per 100 g average.

Ingredients

sucre, lait écrémé, sirop de glucose, crème légère (lait)/crème (lait), eau, lait écrémé concentré sucré, beurre de cacao, matière grasse de noix de coco, pâte de cacao, matière grasse de palme, lait écrémé en poudre, amandes, extrait de malt d'orge, matière grasse du lait, lactose, petit-lait en poudre, cacao maigre, émulsifiants (lécithine de soja, e471, e477), stabilisants (e407, e410, e412), sel, sirop de glucose-fructose, extrait naturei de vanille, crème glacée (47%) nappée

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