Why is Bonbons Ricola aux Plantes classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The candy is deemed ultra-processed because its formulation relies on refined sugar substitutes, flavorings and colourants rather than whole foods; it contains isomalt (E953), sorbitol (E420), caramel colour (E150a), stevia glycosides (E960), a natural mint flavour, menthol and a Ricola plant-extract blend.

How does the sugar-alcohol and stevia content in this product affect a diabetic or low-calorie diet?

With 0 g sugar and only sugar-alcohols (isomalt, sorbitol) and non-caloric stevia, the candy provides a very low glycaemic impact, making it suitable for diabetic or calorie-restricted plans, though excessive intake of sorbitol can cause digestive discomfort.

Based on the ingredient list, is this product suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten-free diets?

All listed components are plant-derived or synthetic, containing no animal ingredients, so the candy is vegan, free of gluten, and low in net carbs, which fits keto guidelines; the common halal status of the additives (E150a, E420, E953, E960) is generally accepted, making it likely permissible for halal diets.

Ricola • 70 g

Bonbons Ricola aux Plantes

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Bonbons Ricola aux Plantes are sugar-free, mint-flavored candies sold in individually wrapped sachets totaling 70 g. They belong to the sugary snacks (sweets) category, carry a Nutri-Score of B and are classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), reflecting their use of sugar-alcohols, stevia glycosides and several food additives. While the product contains virtually no sugar and low fat, salt, and saturated fat, it includes additives such as isomalt (E953), sorbitol (E420), caramel colour (E150a) and stevia glycosides (E960), which may be a concern for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal240 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates98 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack that contains about 53 g of sugar, 10.5 g of fat, 7 g of saturated fat and 0.36 g of salt per 100 g, this Ricola candy has virtually no sugar and its fat, saturated fat and salt levels are near zero.

Ingredients

Isomalt, extrait (1%) du mélange de 13 plantes Ricola, colorant (caramel ordinaire), sorbitol, édulcorant (glycosides de stéviol), arôme naturel de menthes, menthol, Contient 5,1 mg de menthol par bonbon

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Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal240 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates98 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Ingredients

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