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

NOVA 4 denotes foods made mostly from industrial substances and additives rather than whole ingredients; Maïscrisps include flavorings, maltodextrin, and four food‑grade additives: monosodium glutamate (E621), disodium 5'-ribonucleotides (E635), sodium levulinate (E262ii) and carotenoid colour (E160c).

How does the salt content in Maïscrisps affect a hypertensive diet?

With 0.98 g of salt per 100 g, Maïscrisps contribute about 20 % of the WHO’s recommended daily maximum of 5 g, so regular consumption can raise blood pressure and should be limited in a hypertension‑friendly diet.

Is the presence of lactose and whey powder in Maïscrisps a concern for people with milk allergy?

Yes, the product lists lactose and whey‑protein powder, both derived from milk, as ingredients; they are recognised allergens and can trigger reactions in individuals with milk allergy or severe lactose intolerance.

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Maïscrisps

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Maïscrisps are corn‑based snack wafers flavored with barbecue, classified under the cereal group. They carry a Nutri‑Score of C and belong to NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product; per 100 g they contain 433 kcal, 11 g fat (0.9 g saturated), 6.6 g protein, 1.6 g fiber, 76 g carbohydrates and 0.98 g salt, with low sugars but moderate fat and salt levels. While they provide a decent protein amount for a snack and are low in added sugars, the high salt and calorie density, plus four listed additives (E621, E635, E262ii, E160c) and the presence of milk allergens, limit their suitability for low‑salt or allergen‑free diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal433 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates76 g

Sugars3.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty snack, Maïscrisps contain substantially less sugar (3.7 g vs 9 g) and salt (0.98 g vs 2.96 g) but noticeably more fat (11 g vs 6.94 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

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