Why is Muesli avec 30% fruit, graines & noix classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product is placed in NOVA group 4 because it contains processed corn flakes that are sweetened with cane sugar, salted, and bound with an emulsifier; the only listed additive is E322, which is sunflower‑derived lecithin used to improve texture.

How do the sugar and saturated‑fat levels in this muesli affect a diabetic or heart‑healthy diet?

With 12 g of sugar per 100 g, the muesli adds moderate carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose, so diabetics should monitor portion size; the saturated‑fat content of 4.3 g is higher than the average cereal and may contribute to elevated LDL cholesterol if consumed frequently, making it less ideal for heart‑healthy diets.

Is the presence of nuts and gluten in this muesli a concern for people with nut or wheat allergies?

Yes, the product lists tree nuts (almond, hazelnut, coconut) and gluten‑containing wheat and barley as ingredients, so it is unsuitable for anyone with nut or wheat allergies and should be avoided by those with related sensitivities.

Carrefour BIO, Carrefour • 500 g

Muesli avec 30% fruit, graines & noix

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

This product is a plant‑based breakfast cereal (pnns_groups "Breakfast cereals") marketed as "Muesli avec 30% fruit, graines & noix," containing 65 % cereal flakes (oats, barley, whole‑wheat) and 30 % dried fruit, seeds and nuts. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that includes added sugar, salt and the emulsifier E322 (sunflower lecithin). While it offers relatively low salt (0.11 g/100 g), high fiber (9.9 g) and protein (11 g) compared with average breakfast cereals, it also contains higher fat (10 g) and saturated fat (4.3 g) and includes gluten and tree‑nut allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal379 kcal

Fat10 g

Saturated Fat4.3 g

Carbohydrates56 g

Sugars12 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breakfast cereal, this muesli provides less sugar (12 g vs 14.13 g) and far less salt, but higher total fat and saturated fat, while delivering more fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Flocons de céréales 65% (avoine complète; orge;. blé complet;), fruits séchès; graines et fruits à coque 30% (raisins secs (raisins, huile de tournesol, huile de coton), lamelles de noix de coco toastées; graines de lin; graines de tournesol; abricot séché (abricot, farine de riz), noisette; amande), pétales de maïs (maïs, sucre de canne, sel, émulsifiant: lécithine de tournesol).

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