Why is Délice de pistache classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined sugars, multiple fats, emulsifiers and flavorings that are typical of industrial food manufacturing, placing it in NOVA 4. Its label lists two additives, both identified as soy lecithin (E322) used as an emulsifier.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of Délice de pistache affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 37 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuit can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for most diabetic meal plans. The saturated‑fat level of 20 g contributes to elevated LDL cholesterol, which may be a concern for heart‑healthy or hypertension‑focused diets, although its salt content is low.

Is the pistachio content in Délice de pistache a concern for people with tree‑nut allergies?

Yes, the product contains 4 % pistachios and may also have traces of other tree nuts such as almonds and hazelnuts, so it should be avoided by individuals allergic to tree nuts.

Kambly • 90 g

Délice de pistache

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Délice de pistache is a sweet snack classified in the sugary snacks (biscuits and cakes) family. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and belongs to NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with added sugar, soy lecithin (E322) and other industrial ingredients. While it offers a notable amount of fiber (4.9 g) and protein (7.6 g per 100 g, it is also very high in sugars (37 g), total fat (37 g) and saturated fat (20 g), and contains allergens such as nuts, gluten, milk, soy and egg traces.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal566 kcal

Fat37 g

Saturated Fat20 g

Carbohydrates48 g

Sugars37 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack, this pistachio‑chocolate biscuit contains markedly more sugar (37 g vs 28.9 g), fat (37 g vs 17.6 g) and saturated fat (20 g vs 7.8 g), but less salt and fewer total carbohydrates.

Ingredients

Chocolat 39% (pâte de cacao, sucre, beurre de cacao, beurre concentré, émulsifiant (lécithines [soja]), extrait de vanille), sucre, farine de blé, beurre concentré, graisses végétales (karité, coprah), LAIT en poudre écrémé, PISTACHES 4%, AMANDES, amidon de BLE, huile de tournesol, sel, NOISETTES, arôme naturel. Peut contenir des traces de : œuf, autres FRUITS A COQUE.

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