Why is Vermicelles de chocolat classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from refined sugar, cocoa powders, cocoa butter and an emulsifier, all of which undergo extensive industrial processing, placing it in NOVA group 4. The only listed additive is E322 (lecithin from rapeseed), which is used to stabilize the chocolate matrix.

How does the high sugar content in Vermicelles de chocolat affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 63 g of sugar per 100 g, the sprinkles can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making them unsuitable for tight diabetic control unless used in very small portions. The salt level is low, so it does not add to hypertension risk, but the excessive sugar can indirectly raise blood pressure over time.

Is Vermicelles de chocolat suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

No. The presence of milk makes it non‑vegan, and the package notes possible cross‑contamination with gluten, so it is not guaranteed gluten‑free. Its high carbohydrate and sugar content also exceeds the limits of a keto diet, which requires very low net carbs.

Delhaize • 600 g

Vermicelles de chocolat

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Vermicelles de chocolat are chocolate sprinkles marketed by Delhaize, classified as sugary snacks and chocolate products. They carry a Nutri‑Score of E and belong to NOVA group 4, reflecting high processing and a very high sugar content (63 g per 100 g) alongside moderate fat (15 g), saturated fat (8.9 g) and low salt (0.02 g). While the product provides a decent amount of dietary fiber (6.6 g per 100 g) and no significant protein, it also contains milk, an allergen, and the emulsifier lecithin, making it unsuitable for vegans and those avoiding dairy.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal443 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat8.9 g

Carbohydrates69 g

Sugars63 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average chocolate‑sprinkle category, this product contains markedly more sugar (63 g vs 40.22 g per 100 g) but less total fat (15 g vs 33.08 g), lower saturated fat (8.9 g vs 18.99 g), far less salt (0.02 g vs 0.42 g) and therefore fewer calories (443 kcal vs 519.46 kcal).

Ingredients

sugar, lean cocoa powder* cocoa mass*, cocoa butter*, emulsifier (rapeseed lecithin), cocoa: 32% minimum, *rainforest alliance certified, for more information: ra,org, made in a workshop that also uses: gluten and milk, chocolate crumble - dark ingredients sugar, low-fat cocoa powder*, cocoa mass*, cocoa butter*, emulsifier (rapeseed lecithin), cocoa: minimum 32%, *rainforest alliance certified, more information at ra, org! manufactured in a facility that also uses gluten and milk, at least shelf life until end: see top, preferably before end: see above, protect heat and moisture, store after opening in a dry place and close packaging tightly after use, keep away from heat and moisture, after overture, store in a dry place, tightly closing the package after use, store in a dry place after opening, store in a dry place after opening and close the package tightly after use, portie/portion/portion average nutritional value per value average per 100 g 20 g %ri** 4% energy 1853 kj

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