Why does Ovomaltine drink high protein receive a Nutri‑Score of D and which nutrients are responsible for lowering its grade?

The Nutri‑Score algorithm penalizes high sugar and energy; with 8 g of sugars and 337 kJ (80 kcal) per 100 ml, these points outweigh the positive effect of 7.4 g of protein, resulting in a D rating.

How does the sugar content of this beverage affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

At 8 g of sugars per 100 ml, the drink can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose, making it unsuitable as a regular choice for diabetic individuals, and although its salt is low, the overall carbohydrate load may still impact blood pressure management.

Is the malt extract in this product a concern for people with gluten sensitivity?

The malt extract is derived from barley, which contains gluten; therefore the drink is not safe for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance despite being labeled lactose‑free.

Ovomaltine • 330 ml

Ovomaltine drink high protein

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Ovomaltine drink high protein is a flavored milk beverage belonging to the “Milk and dairy products” PNNS group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified in NOVA group 3, indicating a processed but not ultra‑processed product; it offers 7.4 g of protein and low fat (1.1 g) and salt (0.07 g) per 100 ml but contains 8 g of sugars, giving it a relatively high sugar level. The formulation includes lactose‑free skim milk, malt extract, added sugar, carrageenan (E 407) and a range of vitamins, and it is labeled as containing gluten and milk allergens.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal80 kcal

Fat1.1 g

Saturated Fat0.7 g

Carbohydrates9.2 g

Sugars8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweetened beverage, this drink has considerably less fat (1.1 g vs 5.97 g), saturated fat (0.7 g vs 3.71 g) and salt (0.07 g vs 1.03 g) per 100 ml, but its sugar content is slightly higher at 8 g versus the category average of 7.46 g.

Ingredients

88.7 % Lait écrémé sans lactose, 5% extrait de malt d'orge, sucre, crème entière sans lactose, 1.2% cacao en poudre fortement degraissé, sels minéraux (orthosphospate dicalcique E341, carbonate de magnésium E504) épaississant carraghénane E407, vitamines (E, thiamine, riboflavine, niacine, B6, B12, biotine, acide pantothénique), arôme vaniline, sel de cuisine

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