Why is Dark Chocolate & Berry Granola classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It combines multiple ingredient groups such as oat flakes, added sugars, rapeseed oil, chocolate curls and freeze‑dried berries, and includes processed components like cocoa butter, an emulsifier (sunflower lecithin, E322) and flavorings; this complexity places it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed tier.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content of this granola affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 16.6 g of sugars and 3.4 g of saturated fat per 100 g, it can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and increase saturated‑fat intake, which are concerns for diabetes and heart health, although its very low salt (0.2 g) is not a major issue for hypertension.

Is Dark Chocolate & Berry Granola suitable for vegan, gluten‑free or keto diets?

The product contains honey, so it is not vegan; oats may carry gluten and the high carbohydrate (63.6 g) and sugar levels make it unsuitable for keto, while it can be eaten by vegetarians who avoid honey.

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Dark Chocolate & Berry Granola

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Product Insights

Dark Chocolate & Berry Granola is a plant‑based breakfast cereal belonging to the cereals and potatoes (breakfast cereals) group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, offering 444 kcal, 14.6 g fat (3.4 g saturated), 16.6 g sugars and 11 g protein per 100 g, while providing 7.4 g fiber and only 0.2 g salt. The product delivers quick energy and a decent protein‑fiber balance, but its high sugar and fat content, added sugars, and an emulsifier (sunflower lecithin) make it best consumed as an occasional breakfast or snack rather than a staple.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars13.3 g

Fruits & Vegetables7.3 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breakfast‑cereal, this granola contains about 18 % more sugar (16.6 g vs 14.1 g), roughly 63 % more fat (14.6 g vs 9.0 g), and slightly more protein (11 g vs 10.2 g) per 100 g, while its salt (0.2 g) is much lower than the average 1.77 g.

Ingredients

Oat Flakes, Sugar, Belgian Dark Chocolate Curls (7%) [Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithins), Flavouring], Rapeseed Oil, Freeze Dried Berries (1.5%) [Strawberry Pieces, Blueberries, Cranberry Slices], Pumpkin Seed, Honey, Sunflower Seed, Desiccated Coconut, Sugar Syrup Powder, Flavouring. Allergy Advice

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