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

It receives a NOVA 4 label because the formulation relies on refined ingredients such as added sugar, cocoa paste, emulsified butter and flavorings rather than whole-food cocoa beans; the only listed additive is lecithin (E322/E322i), which acts as an emulsifier, while the vanilla flavor and the cocoa paste are considered processed components.

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

The 46 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for diabetic management unless portion‑controlled, and the 20 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol and contribute to blood‑pressure issues, so hypertensive individuals should limit consumption.

Is the milk listed as an allergen in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies, and are there any other common allergens?

Yes, the label indicates possible milk traces, which can trigger reactions in people with dairy allergy, and the statement also warns of possible nut contamination, so both dairy‑allergic and nut‑allergic consumers should avoid it.

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NESTLE DESSERT chocolat noir

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Product Insights

NESTLE DESSERT chocolate noir is a dark-chocolate dessert sold as a sweet snack and falls under the sugary-snacks and chocolate-products categories. Per 100 g it delivers 553 kcal, 35 g fat (20 g saturated), 46 g sugar and 7.4 g fiber, earning a Nutri-Score of E and a NOVA 4 rating, indicating an ultra-processed product with high sugar and saturated-fat levels but low salt. It does provide 52 % cocoa, a modest amount of fiber and vegetarian-friendly ingredients, yet it contains added sugars, the emulsifier lecithin (E322), possible milk traces and may not be suitable for vegans or those avoiding allergens.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal553 kcal

Fat35 g

Saturated Fat20 g

Carbohydrates50 g

Sugars46 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this dark chocolate contains more sugar, fat, saturated fat and calories, less salt and protein, and a slightly higher fiber content.

Ingredients

sucre, pâte de cacao (Afrique de l'Ouest Amérique du Sud), beurre de émulsifiant (lécithine de toumesol), arôme naturel de vanille (Madagascar), Peut contenir : fruits à coque, lait, Cacao : 52% mnimum,

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Choceur

2 x 200 g

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Fin carré

200 g

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NESTLE DESSERT chocolat noir

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal553 kcal

Fat35 g

Saturated Fat20 g

Carbohydrates50 g

Sugars46 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this dark chocolate contains more sugar, fat, saturated fat and calories, less salt and protein, and a slightly higher fiber content.

Ingredients

84%

35%

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