Why is NESTLE DESSERT Noir classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar is labeled NOVA 4 because its ingredients are refined and combined in a manufacturing process that adds emulsifiers and flavorings; the only listed additive is lecithin (E322) used as an emulsifier, together with a natural vanilla flavor from Madagascar.

How does the high sugar and saturated fat content of this chocolate affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The 46.4 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, which is problematic for diabetes management, while the 20.4 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol and contribute to blood‑pressure issues; therefore, individuals with these conditions should limit consumption and consider lower‑sugar alternatives.

Is this chocolate suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

The ingredient list contains no animal‑derived milk or gluten, making it technically vegan‑friendly and gluten‑free, but it carries a "may contain milk and nuts" warning, is not certified halal, and its high carbohydrate (50.6 g carbs per 100 g) content makes it unsuitable for strict keto diets.

Nestlé, NESTLE DESSERT, Nestlé Dessert, Tablettes • 410 g

NESTLE DESSERT Noir 2X205g

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

NESTLE DESSERT Noir is a dark chocolate bar marketed for dessert and cooking, sold in a 410 g pack containing two 205 g bars. It delivers a high sugar level of 46.4 g per 100 g and saturated fat of 20.4 g per 100 g, with low salt, 551 kcal per 100 g, and carries a Nutri‑Score of E while being classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product. Belonging to the "Chocolate products" subgroup of sugary snacks, it may contain traces of milk and nuts, includes an emulsifier (lecithin) and vanilla flavor, and is packaged in recyclable aluminium, plastic film and paper.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal551 kcal

Fat34.6 g

Saturated Fat20.4 g

Carbohydrates50.6 g

Sugars46.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack bar, this dark chocolate contains more sugar (46.4 g vs 40.2 g), higher saturated fat (20.4 g vs 19 g), slightly more energy (551 kcal vs 519 kcal) and less salt, while offering more fiber but less protein.

Ingredients

Sucre, pâte de cacao (Afrique de l'Ouest, Amérique du Sud), beurre de cacao, émulsifiant (lécithine), arôme naturel de vanille de Madagascar. Cacao : 53% minimum. Peut contenir : LAIT, FRUITS A COQUE.

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Nestlé, NESTLE DESSERT, Tablettes

410 g