Why is Brownie Chocolate Chunk classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product contains multiple processed ingredients such as hydrolysed milk protein, palm oil, sucralose, and a range of food additives including E1200 (polydextrose), E415 (xanthan gum), E450i (disodium diphosphates), E500ii (sodium bicarbonate) and E955 (sucralose), which together place it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category.

How does the sugar and salt content of this brownie affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 4.3 g of sugars and 0.38 g of salt per 100 g, the brownie is relatively low in these nutrients compared with typical snacks, making it less likely to spike blood glucose or blood pressure; however, it should still be consumed in moderation because of its high overall calorie density.

Is Brownie Chocolate Chunk suitable for vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free diets?

No. The product contains milk protein, whey and skimmed milk powders, making it unsuitable for vegans and not gluten‑free due to hidden gluten ingredients; it also includes palm oil and sucralose, which may not meet strict halal standards, while its carbohydrate level (≈37 g per 100 g) is higher than typical keto thresholds.

My protein • 75g

Brownie Chocolate Chunk

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Brownie Chocolate Chunk is a 75 g protein brownie marketed as a high‑protein snack and belongs to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes PNNS groups. It delivers a high protein content of 32 g per 100 g while keeping sugars at 4.3 g, fat at 11.7 g and salt at 0.38 g, although its energy density is 519 kcal per 100 g. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), contains palm oil, sucralose and several additives (E1200, E415, E450i, etc.), is not suitable for vegans and lists milk as an allergen; Nutri‑Score is not applicable for this category.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal519 kcal

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack (28.98 g sugar, 17.65 g fat, 1.98 g salt per 100 g), this brownie provides only 4.3 g sugars, 11.7 g fat and 0.38 g salt while delivering 32 g protein.

Ingredients

75ge GH PROTEIN BROWNIE WITH MILK CHOCOLATE CHUNKS, WITH SUGAR AND SWEETENERS. UTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Per 100g (75g), Energy 1591kJ/379kcal (1193kJ/284kcal), Fat 12g (8.89), of which States 5.1g (3.89), Carbohydrate 32g (249), of which sugars 4.9g (3.7g), Fibre 10g (7.5g), Protein 31g (23g), Sat 0379 (0.289). INGREDIENTS: Milk Protein Blend (21%) (Milk Proteins, Hydrolysed Milk Protein), Humectant (Glycerin (Polydextrose), Oat Flour, Hydrolysed Bovine Collagen, Vegetable Oils (Palm, Palm Stearin, Rapeseed), Milk Chocola (7)(Sugar, Dried Whole Milk, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Whey Powder (Milk), Skimmed Milk Powder, Emulsifier (So) atural Vanilla Flavouring), Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder, Wheat Protein, Emulsifier (Glycerol Monostearate), Flavouring Sweetener, Sucralose], Salt, Raising Agents (Disodium Diphosphates, Sodium Bicarbonate), Stabiliser (Xanthan Gum), S Sucralose). MILK CHOCOLATE CHUNKS: Cocoa solids 25% minimum. Milk solids 23% minimum. ALLERGENS: For allerge ereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. SUGGESTED USE: Consume as a high protein snack, as and when requi IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This product is intended to be used along varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Not suitable for vegetarians. 9000000) 29:60 回H e a Audio & LE99LL £88650 S

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