Why is Crackers & Brezel Mix classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The snack is made from refined wheat flour, added fats, and several processing steps such as baking and flavoring, which place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. Its label lists three additives: E322 (soy lecithin) as an emulsifier, E500 (sodium carbonate) as a raising agent, and E570 (a carbonated fat) used for texture.

How does the high saturated‑fat and calorie content of this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 13 g of saturated fat and 476 kcal per 100 g can raise blood lipid levels and increase overall energy intake, which may worsen insulin resistance in diabetics and contribute to weight gain. Although its salt is slightly below the average for salty snacks, the amount (2.5 g) is still significant and can elevate blood pressure, making it a less suitable choice for hypertensive individuals.

Based on its ingredients, is Crackers & Brezel Mix suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

The product contains wheat‑based crackers, so it is not gluten‑free. It also lists ingredients that may include dairy or animal‑derived processing aids, and the presence of palm‑oil‑derived fats makes its vegan status uncertain, so it is not reliably vegan. With 64 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it is far from low‑carb, making it unsuitable for a keto diet.

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Crackers & Brezel Mix

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Crackers & Brezel Mix is a salty snack belonging to the Composite foods and One‑dish meals categories, marketed as a crunchy appetizer. Per 100 g it delivers 476 kcal, 19.9 g of fat (including 13 g of saturated fat) and 3.9 g of sugars, making it far richer in calories and saturated fat than typical salty snacks, while its salt level (2.5 g) is moderately high and fiber is negligible. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), carries a Nutri‑Score of E and an Eco‑Score of B, reflecting both its environmental impact and the presence of three food additives (E322, E500, E570).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal476 kcal

Fat19.9 g

Saturated Fat13 g

Carbohydrates64 g

Sugars3.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average salty snacks, this mix contains roughly three times more fat and six times more saturated fat, slightly more sugars, and a similar amount of salt per 100 g.

Ingredients

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