Why is LOTUS BISCOFF Speculoos à tartiner classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

NOVA 4 indicates the product undergoes multiple industrial steps and includes additives; this spread uses soy lecithin (E322) as an emulsifier, citric acid (E330) as an acidifier, and sodium bicarbonate (E500 ii) as a raising agent, along with refined palm and rapeseed oils.

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

At 36.8 g of sugar and 0.54 g of salt per 100 g, the spread can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes for diabetics and raise sodium intake for hypertensive individuals, so it should be limited or avoided in those dietary plans.

Is the presence of wheat and soy in this spread a concern for people with gluten or soy allergies?

Yes; the ingredient list includes wheat flour (a gluten source) and soy flour/soy lecithin, both of which are common allergens, so the product is not suitable for anyone with gluten or soy sensitivities.

Lotus • 190 g

LOTUS BISCOFF Speculoos à tartiner - Creamy - 190g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

This Lotus Biscoff Speculoos creamy spread is a sweet, confectionary‑based spread classified in the "Sugary snacks" and "Sweets" groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is labelled as NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature and high levels of sugars (36.8 g/100 g) and fats (38.1 g/100 g) alongside moderate salt (0.54 g/100 g). While it is plant‑based and certified vegan, it contains gluten and soy, provides little dietary fiber (0.8 g) and no protein benefit, making it a treat rather than a nutritious staple.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal584 kcal

Fat38.1 g

Saturated Fat7.6 g

Carbohydrates57 g

Sugars36.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet spread, this product contains far less sugar but markedly more fat and salt, delivering 584 kcal per 100 g versus the category average of 373 kcal.

Ingredients

Biscuits caramélisés 58% (farine de BLÉ, sucre, huiles végétales (palme*, colza), sirop de sucre candi, poudre à lever (carbonate acide de sodium), farine de SOJA, sel, cannelle), huile de colza, sucre, émulsifiant (lécithines (SOJA)), acidifiant (acide citrique). *Huile de palme issue de plantations durables et certifies.

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