Why is Sablé Des Flandres classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made from refined wheat flour, butter, sugar and eggs that are blended with industrial baking agents such as emulsifiers, preservatives and flavor enhancers; these ingredients and the manufacturing steps place it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category.

How does the sugar and salt content of Sablé Des Flandres affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 27 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuit can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, so it should be limited or avoided by people with diabetes; its low salt (0.3 g) is unlikely to worsen hypertension, but the high saturated fat still contributes to cardiovascular risk.

Is Sablé Des Flandres suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or halal diets?

No; the product contains wheat flour (gluten) and dairy butter, making it unsuitable for vegans and gluten‑free diets, and because it includes animal‑derived ingredients it does not meet halal standards unless a specific certified version exists.

Lu • 175 g

Sablé Des Flandres

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Sablé Des Flandres is a French shortbread biscuit classified under the sugary snacks and biscuits and cakes groups. It delivers 27 g of sugar, 14 g of fat (including 9.1 g saturated fat), 0.3 g of salt, 464 kcal and 6.8 g of protein per 100 g, earning a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed rating. While it offers a buttery, sweet treat, the high saturated fat and calorie density mean it should be enjoyed sparingly within a balanced diet.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal455 kcal

Fat14 g

Saturated Fat9.1 g

Carbohydrates74 g

Sugars27 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this shortbread contains slightly less sugar (27 g vs 28.98 g) and considerably less salt (0.3 g vs 1.98 g), but its fat (14 g) and saturated fat (9.1 g) are lower and higher respectively, and it provides more calories (464 kcal vs 418 kcal) and carbohydrates (76.4 g vs 59.6 g).

Ingredients

Farine de BLE 58 %, sucre, BEURRE 15 %, amidon de BLÉ, sucre de canne 1,2 %, extrait de malt d'ORGE, OEUF en poudre, LAIT écrémé en poudre, sel, poudre à lever (carbonates d'ammonium). PEUT CONTENIR SÉSAME.

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