Why is Dessert gourmand choco classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is considered ultra-processed because it includes added sugar, a flavoring, a natural colour, a thickening system made of starch and carrageenan (E407), and caramel; these ingredients are typical of industrial food formulations and push it into NOVA group 4.

How does the sugar content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 10 g of sugar per 100 g, the dessert can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes, while the virtually zero salt content does not add pressure for hypertension, but the high sugar remains the main concern.

Is the carrageenan (E407) used as a thickener a potential health concern?

Carrageenan is a seaweed‑derived thickener approved for food use, but some studies suggest it may irritate the gut in sensitive individuals; it is generally recognized as safe, yet people with digestive sensitivities often choose to avoid it.

Jaouda • 80g

Dessert gourmand choco

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Dessert gourmand choco is a stirred chocolate flavored yogurt dessert made from whole milk, cream, sugar and various additives. It belongs to the Milk and dairy products group, carries a Nutri-Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra-processed product. The nutrition profile shows moderate sugar and fat levels that exceed typical dairy dessert averages, low saturated fat and virtually no salt, but the presence of added sugar, carrageenan (E407) and a flavoring/coloring mix reduces its health rating.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Added Sugars8.7 g

Fruits & Vegetables0 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average dairy dessert, this product contains about 10 g of sugar per 100 g (vs 7.4 g average), 10 g of fat (vs 5.9 g), and virtually no salt, while delivering roughly 233 kcal per 100 g, which is more than double the typical energy level.

Ingredients

lait entier, crème, sucre, épaississant: (amidon, carraghénane), caramel, arôme, colorant naturel. Matière grasse: 4%

84%

35%

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220 g (2x110g)