Why is La Gaufre perles de sucre classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from refined wheat flour, added sugar, margarine with vegetable oils, and several food‑grade additives such as emulsifiers (E322 lecithins and E471 mono‑ and diglycerides), acidity regulator (E330 citric acid), and flavorings, which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 group.

How does the high sugar and saturated fat content in this waffle affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 24 g of sugar and 9.1 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the waffle can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and increase LDL cholesterol, while the 1 g of salt adds to sodium intake; therefore it should be consumed only occasionally by people managing diabetes or high blood pressure.

Is the egg ingredient in this product a concern for people with egg allergy, and does the free‑range label affect its safety?

Yes, the product contains 7.5 % egg, which is a known allergen and can trigger reactions in egg‑sensitive individuals; the free‑range claim relates to farming practices and does not alter the allergenic potential of the egg.

LU • 225g

La Gaufre perles de sucre

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

La Gaufre perles de sucre is a frozen, plain Liege-style waffle marketed as a sweet snack, classified in the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is placed in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting its high levels of added sugars (24 g per 100 g), total fat (23 g per 100 g) and saturated fat (9.1 g per 100 g) together with a moderate salt content (1 g per 100 g). While it provides 6.2 g of protein and 2 g of fiber per 100 g, the overall nutrient profile is dominated by carbs and sugars, making it a calorie-dense indulgence rather than a balanced snack.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal443 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat9.1 g

Carbohydrates52 g

Sugars24 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack, this waffle contains less sugar (24 g vs 28.98 g) and carbohydrates but more fat (23 g vs 17.65 g), higher saturated fat (9.1 g vs 7.8 g) and higher energy (443 kcal vs 418 kcal), while its salt, fiber and protein are below the category averages.

Ingredients

Farine de blé 38% , sucre perlé 25 %, margarine [huiles végétales (colza, palme), eau, sel, émulsifiants (lécithines, E471), correcteur d'acidité (acide citrique), arôme), œufs 7,5%, beurre concentré, levure, lait entier, sirop de sucre inverti, stabilisant (sorbitols), farine de soja, sel, arômes.

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