Why is Nutri‑Grain Croustillant de Céréales Cranberries & Graines de courge classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the formulation combines refined grains, added sugars, fortified vitamins and minerals, and several industrial additives; the ingredient list includes emulsifiers (E322 lecithin, E471 mono‑ and diglycerides), an antioxidant (E306 tocopherol‑rich extract), glycerol (E422) as a humectant, ammonium carbonate (E503) as a raising agent, a natural flavouring, and calcium carbonate, all typical of highly processed snack foods.

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

The 19 g of sugars per 100 g can raise blood glucose quickly, so people with diabetes should limit portion size; the 0.5 g of salt (about 200 mg sodium) is lower than many snack cereals but still adds to daily sodium intake and should be considered by those managing hypertension.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for vegan, gluten‑free or other strict diets?

The biscuit is not vegan because it contains skimmed milk powder, and it is not gluten‑free because wholemeal oat provides gluten; it does contain soy‑derived lecithin, which is vegan, but overall the product is only appropriate for vegetarians who can tolerate gluten and dairy.

Kellogg's • 6 * 40 g (240 g)

Nutri-Grain Croustillant de Céréales Cranberries & Graines de courge

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Nutri‑Grain Croustillant de Céréales Cranberries & Graines de courge is a ready‑to‑eat breakfast biscuit that belongs to the sugary‑snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature and the presence of several additives such as emulsifiers (E322, E471), a colour‑stable antioxidant (E306) and a natural flavouring. Nutritionally it offers 7.8 g of protein and 4.6 g of fiber per 100 g, but also delivers 19 g of sugars, 0.5 g of salt and 17 g of fat, making it relatively high in calories and moderate in saturated fat.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal453 kcal

Fat17 g

Saturated Fat2.1 g

Carbohydrates65 g

Sugars19 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack category, this biscuit contains less sugar (19 g vs 28.98 g), slightly less total fat (17 g vs 17.65 g) and markedly lower saturated fat and salt, while providing more fiber, protein and a higher energy level.

Ingredients

AVOINE complète (55%), Sucre, Huile de tournesol, Morceaux de fruits sucrés aux airelles (7%) (Airelles, Sucre, Humectant {Glycérol}, Acidifiant {Acide citrique}, Huile de tournesol), Riz croustillant (Farine de riz, Sucre, Farine de malt d'ORGE, Extrait de malt d'ORGE, Sel, Huile de colza, Emulsifiant {Monostéarate de glycérol, Lécithine de SOJA}, Carbonate de calcium), Amidon modifié, Graines de courge (5%), Sirop de glucose, Sel, Poudre à lever (Carbonate acide d'ammonium), Mélasse, Emulsifiant (Lécithine de SOJA), Arôme naturel, Antioxydant (Extrait riche en tocophérols), LAIT écrémé en poudre, Niacine, Fer, Vitamine B6, Vitamine B2, Vitamine B1, Acide folique, Vitamine B12.

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