Why is Vitamin & Protein Bar classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra‑processed because the formulation relies heavily on refined ingredients, sugar‑alcohol sweeteners and industrial emulsifiers; the label lists additives such as maltitol (E965), xylitol (E967), sucralose (E955), erythritol (E968), polydextrose (E1200), soy lecithin (E322) and glycerol (E422) among others.

How do the sugar and salt levels in this bar affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The bar is low in total sugars, so it has a limited impact on blood glucose, but it contains sugar‑alcohols that can cause gastrointestinal effects in some individuals; the moderate salt content contributes to sodium intake and should be considered by those managing hypertension, so consumption should be moderate.

Are the peanuts, soy and milk in this bar a concern for people with common food allergies?

Yes, the product lists peanuts, milk, soy, gluten and egg as allergens, so anyone allergic to any of these ingredients should avoid the bar.

FULFIL • 55 g

VITAMIN & PROTEIN BAR

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Vitamin & Protein Bar is a 55 g milk‑chocolate‑coated snack that combines high protein, added vitamins and a low‑sugar claim. It falls under the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes PNNS groups, but because it is classified as a dietary supplement it has no Nutri‑Score, and its NOVA 4 rating marks it as ultra‑processed. The product delivers a high protein content and low total sugars while providing a range of vitamins, yet it contains several sugar‑alcohol sweeteners, added salt, high saturated fat, and common allergens such as milk, peanuts, soy, gluten and egg, which may be a drawback for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal369 kcal

Fat15.9 g

Saturated Fat7.7 g

Carbohydrates29 g

Sugars3.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack bar, this bar contains markedly less sugar and considerably more protein, although its saturated‑fat content is higher than the typical 7.8 g per 100 g.

Ingredients

_Milk_ chocolate with sweetener (30%) [sweetener (maltitol), cocoa butter, whole _milk_ powder, cocoa mass, emulsifier (_soy_ lecithin), flavouring], _milk_ protein, caramel flavoured layer (10.9%) [bulking agent [polydextrose], _soy_ oil, _milk_ protein, water, skimmed _milk_ powder, sweetener [xylitol, sucralose], hydrolyzed collagen, emulsifier (_soy_ lecithin), humectant (glycerol), salt, flavourings], hydrolyzed collagen, humectant (glycerol), _peanuts_ (5.5%), _soy_ crisp (_soy_ protein), water, sweetener (erythritol, sucralose), soluble corn fibre, flavour (contains _peanut_), salt, flavouring, vitamins [vitamin C, niacin, vitamin E, pantothenic acid, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, folic acid, vitamin B12].

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