Why is Pudim Proteico Sabor a Caramelo classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product is built from a base of milk and cream but also includes modified corn starch, carrageenan, colourants (E150a), sodium phosphates (E339), sodium carbonates (E500), and artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K – E950, sucralose – E955), all of which are typical of NOVA 4 items that undergo multiple industrial processes and contain additives.

How do the sugar and salt levels in this pudding affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 4.3 g of sugar per 100 g, the pudding provides a relatively low carbohydrate load that can fit into a controlled‑carbohydrate plan, but it still contributes to daily sugar intake and should be counted. The 0.36 g of salt per 100 g is moderate; people monitoring sodium for hypertension should include it in their total daily allowance.

Is the skimmed milk used in this product a concern for people with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the dessert contains skimmed milk, milk proteins and a small amount of lactose (less than 0.1 g per serving), so it is unsuitable for anyone with a milk allergy and may still cause symptoms in those with lactose intolerance despite the low lactose content.

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Pudim Proteico Sabor a Caramelo

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Pudim Proteico Sabor a Caramelo is a caramel‑flavoured high‑protein dairy dessert (PNNS groups: Milk and dairy products, Dairy desserts) made from skimmed milk, milk proteins, cream and a few stabilisers and sweeteners. It delivers 10 g of protein, low fat (1.4 g) and low sugars (4.3 g) per 100 g, earns a Nutri‑Score of A, but is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and contains several additives such as carrageenan, caramel colour (E150a), sodium phosphates, acesulfame K and sucralose. While it can help increase protein intake, the presence of artificial sweeteners and multiple food additives may be a drawback for health‑conscious consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal138 kcal

Fat1.4 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates6.5 g

Sugars4.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy dessert, this caramel protein pudding contains about 60% less sugar, 70% less fat, 65% less saturated fat and 38% less salt, while delivering roughly 48% more protein, though its energy is slightly higher.

Ingredients

_Leite_ magro pasteurizado***, _proteínas do leite (9%)_, _nata_ pasteurizada, amido de milho modificado, aroma natural, espessante (carragenina), corantes (caramelo simples, carotenos), sal, estabilizadores (fosfatos de sódio, carbonatos de sódio), edulcorantes (acessulfame K, sucralose), lactose. ***Origem: UE

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