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

Bono contains refined wheat flour, palm oil, multiple emulsifiers (soy lecithin E322 and polycinoleate-polyglycerol E476), sodium bicarbonate, and the sweetener dextrose, all of which are typical of industrially formulated foods and place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

How does the high sugar and saturated-fat content of this product affect people with diabetes or cardiovascular concerns?

The 35.5 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood glucose spikes, which is problematic for diabetes management, while the 15.3 g of saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol levels and increase the risk of heart disease, making the product unsuitable for those needing low-sugar or low-saturated-fat diets.

Is the hazelnut paste in Bono a concern for consumers with nut allergies?

Yes, hazelnut paste is included in the ingredient list, and hazelnuts are a common tree nut allergen; anyone with a nut allergy should avoid this product.

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Bono

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Bono is a chocolate-filled wafer classified as a sugary snack within the PNNS 'Sugary snacks' group. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is regarded as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), containing added emulsifiers (E322, E476), sodium bicarbonate and a sweetener, which contributes to its high levels of sugar (35.5 g), total fat (31.3 g) and saturated fat (15.3 g) per 100 g. While it supplies 10 g of protein and quick energy, it provides no dietary fiber, contains milk, wheat gluten, soy and hazelnuts, and its high saturated-fat and sugar content make it unsuitable for heart-healthy or low-sugar diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal522 kcal

Fat31.3 g

Saturated Fat15.3 g

Carbohydrates53.7 g

Sugars35.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, Bono provides 35.5 g of sugar (about 22% more), 31.3 g of fat (roughly 77% more), 15.3 g of saturated fat (nearly double), 10 g of protein (about 58% higher) and only 0.14 g of salt (well below the 1.98 g average), resulting in an energy content of 522 kcal versus the typical 418 kcal.

Ingredients

Palm oils & fats, Sugar, Soft wheat flour, Cocoa powder (7.16%), Skimmed milk powder, Whey powder, Sweetenger : dextrose, Baking powders : Sodium bicarbonate, Native corn starch, Emulsifier (soy lecithin E322, polycinoleate polyglycerol E476), Salt, Hazelnut paste, Flavors. Contains : wheat containing gluten, Milk, Nuts (hazelnuts) and Soya, May contain traces of eggs and peanuts

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