Why is Chocomax Cereais de Trigo e Chocolate classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The cereal includes refined sugars, cocoa powder mixed with glucose‑fructose syrup, sunflower oil, malt extract, added flavors, and a suite of synthetic vitamins and minerals; these processed ingredients and added compounds place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the high sugar and salt content in this cereal affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The 29 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for most diabetic diets, while the 2.4 g of salt exceeds typical daily limits and may raise blood pressure, posing a risk for hypertensive individuals.

Can the trace of milk, soy, and nuts listed on the label be a concern for people with allergies?

Yes, the product may contain residual milk, soy, and tree‑nut particles, so anyone with sensitivities to these allergens should avoid it or consult a healthcare professional before consumption.

Nacional • 650 g

Chocomax Cereais de Trigo e Chocolate

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Chocomax Cereais de Trigo e Chocolate is a plant‑based breakfast cereal made primarily from whole wheat flour and corn, positioned in the "Cereals and potatoes" and "Breakfast cereals" groups. It delivers 383 kcal per 100 g, with 8 g of protein, 6 g of fiber, but also high levels of sugar (29 g) and salt (2.4 g), while saturated fat remains low at 1 g. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and carries a Nutri‑Score of E, reflecting its limited nutritional quality despite the added vitamins and whole‑grain content.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal383 kcal

Fat3.4 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates77 g

Sugars29 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breakfast cereal, this product contains about twice the sugar (29 g vs 14 g per 100 g), less than half the fat (3.4 g vs 9 g), and a higher salt level (2.4 g vs 1.8 g).

Ingredients

Harinas (integral de TRIGO (29%), TRIGO y maíz) (64 %), azúcar, cacao magro en polv jarabe de glucosa y fructosa, aceite de girasol, extracto de malta en polvo (harina de malta de extracto de malta de CEBADA), sal, canela, aromas, vitaminas (tiamina (B1), riboflavina (82), niacim ácido pantoténico (B5), B6, biotina (B8), ácido fólico (B9), B12, C y D), hierro y antioxidante (extram en tocoferoles). Puede contener trazas de LECHE, SOJA y FRUTOS DE CASCARA, Conservar en luga y seco y

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