Why is LOTUS Gaufre de Liège classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product is made from refined wheat flour, palm and rapeseed oils, glucose‑fructose syrup and other industrial ingredients that are mixed, baked and packaged in a factory, which meets the criteria for a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed food. It lists four food‑grade additives: E322 (lecithin), E322i (lecithin variant), E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids) and E481 (sodium stearoyl‑2‑lactylate), all of which act as emulsifiers or stabilisers.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of this waffle affect people with diabetes or cardiovascular concerns?

With 29 g of sugars per 100 g, the waffle raises blood glucose quickly, which can challenge blood‑sugar control in diabetics. The 11 g of saturated fat contributes to higher LDL‑cholesterol levels, a risk factor for heart disease, so it should be consumed sparingly by anyone monitoring cardiovascular health.

Is the presence of fresh eggs in this waffle a concern for people with egg allergy, and are there other allergens to watch?

Yes, fresh eggs are listed as a declared allergen, so the product is unsuitable for anyone with an egg allergy. In addition, it contains gluten from wheat flour, soy from soy lecithin, and traces of milk, so those with gluten, soy or milk sensitivities should also avoid it.

Lotus • 450 g

LOTUS Gaufre de Liège Perles de sucre Format Familial 450g (10x1p)

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

LOTUS Gaufre de Liège Perles de sucre is a family‑size, sweet snack belonging to the sugary snacks and biscuits‑and‑cakes categories. Per 100 g it delivers 29 g of sugars, 22 g of fat (including 11 g of saturated fat), 5 g of protein and only 0.9 g of fiber, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA classification of 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product. The waffle is marketed as vegetarian, contains sustainable palm oil and no added preservatives or colorings, but it also carries egg, gluten and soy allergens and a high sugar‑fat profile.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal442 kcal

Fat22 g

Saturated Fat11 g

Carbohydrates55 g

Sugars29 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this Lotus Liège waffle contains slightly more sugar (29 g vs 28.9 g per 100 g), significantly more fat (22 g vs 17.7 g) and saturated fat (11 g vs 7.8 g), while its salt level is well below the category average (0.6 g vs 2.0 g).

Ingredients

Farine de BLE tendre, perles de sucre 21%, huiles végétales (palme*, colza), sirop de glucose-fructose, OEUFS frais 5%, levure, émulsifiants (mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, stéaroyl-2-lactylate de sodium, lécithine de SOJA), sel, arôme. *Huile de palme issue de plantations durables et certifiées

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