Why is Bonbons suisses Réglisse sans sucres classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The candy is made from refined ingredients such as isolated isomalt, flavor extracts, vegetable fat and a suite of food‑grade additives, which places it in the NOVA 4 category for ultra‑processed foods; its label lists E953 (isomalt), E510 (ammonium chloride), E150a (caramel colour), E960 (steviol glycosides), E322 (soy lecithin) and several essential oils as the main additives.

How does the sugar‑free formulation of this licorice candy affect a diabetic or low‑carb diet?

The product replaces sucrose with the polyol isomalt, so it contains no added sugars and a low glycemic impact, making it compatible with diabetic and low‑carb plans, but the high total carbohydrate load (96 g per 100 g) can still raise blood glucose if large amounts are consumed and may cause gastrointestinal discomfort in sensitive individuals.

Is the soy lecithin used as an emulsifier a concern for people with soy allergy?

Yes, soy lecithin is derived from soybeans and is listed as an allergen, so anyone with a diagnosed soy allergy should avoid this candy despite the small amount present.

Ricola • 70 g

Bonbons suisses Réglisse sans sucres

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Bonbons suisses Réglisse sans sucres are sugar‑free Swiss licorice candies marketed as a sweet snack and belong to the Sugary snacks dietary family. They are classified in the ultra‑processed NOVA group 4, carry a Nutri‑Score of B and an Eco‑Score of B, with low fat (1 g), low saturated fat (1 g), zero added sugar and no salt, but they contain 96 g of carbohydrates mainly from polyol isomalt and provide 235 kcal per 100 g. The product includes several additives such as E953 (isomalt), E510 (ammonium chloride), E150a (caramel colour), E960 (steviol glycosides), E322 (soy lecithin) and essential oils, and it lists soy as an allergen.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal235 kcal

Fat1 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates96 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet‑snack, this candy contains virtually no sugar, far less fat and salt, and about one‑third fewer calories, while its carbohydrate level (96 g) and polyol content are markedly higher than the typical 70 g carbohydrate content of the category.

Ingredients

Educolorant: Isomalt, extrait de réglisse (2,1%) , extrait du mélange de 13 plantes Ricola (0,5%), graisse végétale (coco), chlorure d’ammonium, colorant (caramel ordinaire), édulcorant (glycosides de stéviol), huile essentielle d'anis étoilé, émulsifiant (lécithines (soja)), menthol, huiles essentielles de menthe poivrée et menthe.

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