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

The product combines refined wheat flour, palm and rapeseed oils, chocolate coating, glucose‑fructose syrup and multiple emulsifiers, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods; its label lists the additives E322 (lecithin), E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids), E476 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate) and E481 (sodium stearoyl‑2‑lactylate).

How does the high sugar and salt content in Gaufre de Liège Chocolat affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

At 30 g of sugar per 100 g, the waffle can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, which are undesirable for diabetics, and although its salt (0.54 g per 100 g) is lower than many snacks, it still contributes to overall sodium intake that may raise blood pressure in hypertensive individuals.

Is the egg ingredient in this product a concern for people with egg allergy and how is it labeled?

Fresh eggs are listed as an ingredient and are highlighted as a top allergen on the packaging, so the product is not safe for anyone with an egg allergy and must be avoided by those individuals.

Lotus • x7 (363g)

Gaufre de Liège Chocolat

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Gaufre de Liège Chocolat is a chocolate‑coated Liège‑style waffle sold in a 7‑pack of 363 g and found in French supermarkets such as Monoprix and Carrefour. Nutritionally it is high in sugar (30 g per 100 g), fat (24 g) and saturated fat (12 g) while providing 457 kcal per 100 g, earning a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA classification of 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product. The waffle contains eggs, milk, gluten and soy allergens, uses sustainable palm oil and contains several additives (E322, E471, E476, E481), so it is suitable for vegetarians but not for vegans or those avoiding certain additives.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal457 kcal

Fat24 g

Saturated Fat12 g

Carbohydrates54 g

Sugars30 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this waffle exceeds the category average for sugar, fat, saturated fat and calories, while its salt level is lower than typical.

Ingredients

Farine de BLÉ tendre, perles de sucre 18%, huiles végétales (palme*, colza), chocolat belge 13% (sucre, pâte de cacao, beurre de cacao, graisse butyrique (LAIT), émulsifiants (lécithine de soja, E476)), sirop de glucose-fructose, OEUFS frais 4%, 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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