Why is Belgian Dark Chocolate with Hazelnuts classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is rated NOVA 4 because the cocoa mass, refined sugar and added emulsifier are industrially processed ingredients; the only listed additive is sunflower lecithin, used as an emulsifier.

How does the sugar and salt content in this chocolate affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

At 35.7 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and should be limited by people with diabetes, while its zero‑salt formulation poses no direct risk for hypertension.

Based on its ingredients, is this chocolate suitable for strict diets such as vegan, keto or gluten‑free?

The listed components contain no animal‑derived or gluten ingredients, so it is compatible with vegetarian and gluten‑free diets and may be considered vegan, though it is not certified; however, with 40.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g it is unsuitable for a keto regimen.

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Belgian Dark Chocolate with Hazelnuts

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Belgian Dark Chocolate with Hazelnuts is a sugary snack belonging to the chocolate product family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and falls into NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed confection with high fat (39 g/100 g) and saturated fat, while providing 9.5 g of fiber per 100 g. Although it contains no added salt and has less sugar than the average snack, its high calorie density and limited protein make it a treat best enjoyed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal565 kcal

Fat39.1 g

Saturated Fat17.4 g

Carbohydrates40.8 g

Sugars35.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical snack averages, this chocolate has lower sugar (35.7 g vs 40.2 g) and no salt, but its fat content (39.1 g) exceeds the average 33.1 g, while saturated fat is slightly below the 19 g norm.

Ingredients

Cocoa mass, sugar, hazelnuts (18%), cocoa butter, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin) Dark chocolate contains cocoa solids 54% minimum ALLERGY ADVICE:

84%

35%

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