Why is the 4 Grain Biscuits classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because the product is a mass‑produced shortbread biscuit that contains refined flour, sugar, fat and flavorings, it falls into the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category; the ingredient list does not disclose any additives, and the database records zero listed additives.

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

With 20.2 g of sugars and 0.46 g of salt per 100 g, the biscuits can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose and contribute to sodium intake; people managing diabetes or high blood pressure should limit consumption and consider lower‑sugar, lower‑salt alternatives.

Is this product suitable for a gluten‑free or vegan diet?

The biscuits contain gluten, as indicated by the allergen information, so they are not gluten‑free, and the ingredient list does not specify any animal‑derived components but traces of milk are reported, making it unsuitable for strict vegan or dairy‑free diets.

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Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The 4 Grain Biscuits are sweet shortbread snack biscuits classified as a sugary snack in the PNNS groups. They provide 3.6 g of fiber, 7.3 g of protein and only 1.5 g of saturated fat per 100 g, and the packaging claims low or reduced fat. However, they contain 20.2 g of sugars, 0.46 g of salt and 14.4 g of total fat per 100 g, carry a Nutri‑Score of D, are considered ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), include gluten and possible milk traces, and have no listed additives.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal447 kcal

Fat14.4 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates69.7 g

Sugars20.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this biscuit contains less sugar, total fat, saturated fat and salt, while offering more fiber and protein per 100 g.

Ingredients

WHEAT FLOUR (60%), SUGAR, WHOLEMEAL WHEAT FLOUR (13%), VEGETABLE OIL (SUNFLOWER), GLUCOSE-FRUCTOSE SYRUP, RAISING AGENTS (SODIUM BICARBONATE, MALIC ACID), EMULSIFIER [E472e (SUNFLOWER, PALM)], SALT. CONTAINS: GLUTEN MAY ALSO CONTAIN MILK.

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Digestive Light

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

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Saturated Fat

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Sugars

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Salt

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Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal447 kcal

Fat14.4 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates69.7 g

Sugars20.2 g

Comparative Analysis

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