Why is Protrein Bar Salted Caramel classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar is labeled NOVA 4 because its formulation includes processed ingredients such as maltitol (E965), sucralose (E955), lecithins (E322), polydextrose (E1200) and glycerol (E422), all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

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

With only 2.6 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar has a low glycemic impact, but the presence of maltitol may cause gastrointestinal discomfort for some. Its 0.64 g of salt per 100 g is moderate, so people managing hypertension should still account for it within their daily sodium budget.

Is the milk protein in this bar a concern for people with dairy allergies?

Yes, the product contains milk proteins and whole milk powder, which are listed as allergens; anyone with a dairy allergy should avoid this bar.

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Protrein Bar Salted Caramel

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Protrein Bar Salted Caramel is a high-protein snack classified in the PNNS groups ‘Sugary snacks’ and ‘Biscuits and cakes’. It carries a Nutri-Score of not-applicable and is rated NOVA 4, indicating an ultra-processed product with several additives such as maltitol, sucralose, lecithins and glycerol. Nutritionally, the bar provides 37 g of protein and 5 g of fiber per 100 g while keeping sugars at 2.6 g, but it also contains 8.7 g of saturated fat and 0.64 g of salt, giving it a mixed health profile.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal370 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat8.7 g

Carbohydrates29 g

Sugars2.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack, this bar delivers dramatically more protein (37 g vs 6 g) and fiber, far less sugar and salt, while its saturated fat is slightly higher and its overall fat and calories are modestly below average.

Ingredients

Milk chocolate with sweetener (25%) (sweetener [maltitol], cocoa butter, whole _milk_ powder, cocoa mass, emulsifier [lecithins), natural vanilla flavouring), _milk_ proteins, collagen hydrolysate, humectant (glycerol), dietary fibre (polydextrose), water, _soya_ protein crisps (4%) (_soya_ protein, tapioca starch, _barley_ malt extract (_gluten_], salt), palm fat, white chocolate with sweetener (sweetener [maltitol], cocoa butter, whole _milk_ powder, emulsifier (lecithins), natural vanilla flavouring), fat-reduced cocoa powder, salt (0.35%), vitamins (vitamins C, E, B6, B12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folic acid), natural flavourings, sweetener (sucralose).

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