Why is Pâte à tartiner au cacao classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product mixes refined sugar, sunflower oil, cocoa powder, whey powder and flavorings, which are typical of ultra‑processed foods; it also includes three declared additives: soy lecithin (E322/E322i) as an emulsifier, a tocopherol‑rich antioxidant extract (E306) and ascorbyl‑palmitate (E3041) for stability.

How does the high sugar and moderate saturated‑fat content of this cocoa spread affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 63 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetic meal plans, while the modest 3.5 g of saturated fat contributes to total fat intake but the low salt (0.11 g) means it does not significantly aggravate hypertension; however, the overall energy density (530 kcal) can promote weight gain if consumed excessively.

Is the presence of whey powder (milk) a concern for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

Yes, the spread contains whey powder, which provides milk proteins and residual lactose; it is therefore not safe for individuals with a milk allergy or lactose intolerance and should be avoided by those groups.

Peripella • 900 g

Pâte à tartiner au cacao

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Pâte à tartiner au cacao is a cocoa‑based sweet spread marketed for breakfast or snack use. It belongs to the sugary snacks group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E (score 24) and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), containing 63 g of sugars, 29 g of total fat (3.5 g saturated) and 530 kcal per 100 g, while offering modest protein (2.5 g) and fiber (1.2 g) and low salt (0.11 g). The high sugar and fat levels, added sugars (~53 g) and three additives (E306, E322, E322i) limit its healthfulness, and it lists milk and soy as allergens despite providing quick energy.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal530 kcal

Fat29 g

Saturated Fat3.5 g

Carbohydrates64 g

Sugars63 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary‑snack, this cocoa spread delivers markedly more sugar (63 g vs 53.4 g) and fat (29 g vs 10.5 g), about double the calories (530 kcal vs 374 kcal), while providing less saturated fat, salt and dietary fiber.

Ingredients

Sucre, huile de tournesol (28%), lactosérum en poudre (lait) (12%), poudre de cacao (4%), émulsifiant: lecithine de soja (E322), arômes, antioxydants: extrait riche en tocopherols (E306), palmitate d'ascorbil (E3041) et extraits végétaux. المكونات : سكر ، زيت دوار الشمس (28) ، مسحوق مصل اللبن (حليب) (121) ، مسحوق الكاكاو (4) ، مستحلب : ليستين الصويا (322)، نكهات مضادات الأكسدة : مستخلص غني بالتوكوفيرولا (306) بالميتات . الأسكوربيل (304) و مستخلصات نباتية. Contient du lait et du soja. Peut contenir des traces d'autres fruits à coque. يحتوي على الحليب و الصويا. قد يحتوي على آثار فواكه جافة أخرى.

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