Why is Cadbury Dairy Milk classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The bar includes refined sugar, milk solids, cocoa butter, fractionated fat and a blend of emulsifiers (E442, E476) plus flavoring compounds, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods and place it in NOVA 4.

How does the high sugar content of Cadbury Dairy Milk affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 57 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetic management; the product has negligible salt, so it does not directly worsen hypertension but the overall high calorie load is still a concern.

Is the milk ingredient in Cadbury Dairy Milk a concern for individuals with dairy allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the product contains milk solids (23 % of the bar) and is listed as non‑vegan, so it poses a clear risk for anyone allergic to cow’s milk or who cannot tolerate lactose.

Cadbury • 100g

Cadbury Dairy Milk

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Cadbury Dairy Milk is a 100 g milk‑chocolate bar marketed in India, classified under the Sugary snacks and Chocolate products dietary family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and falls in NOVA 4, indicating it is an ultra‑processed product with high sugar (57 g/100 g), high saturated fat (19.6 g), total fat 29 g, modest protein (7.9 g) and low salt. The bar contains emulsifiers (E442, E476) and flavorings, and lists milk, soy, possible tree nuts, wheat and barley as allergens, making it unsuitable for those with these sensitivities.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal531 kcal

Fat29 g

Saturated Fat19.6 g

Trans Fat0.10 g

Cholesterol0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average chocolate snack, Cadbury Dairy Milk contains markedly more sugar (57 g vs 40 g) and slightly more saturated fat, while its total fat is a bit lower and it provides virtually no fiber.

Ingredients

Sugar, Milk Solids (23%*), Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Solids, Fractionated Fat, Emulsifiers (442,476), Flavours (Natural, Nature Identical and Artificial (Vanilla) Flavouring Substances). CONTAINS COCOA BUTTER EQUIVALENT IN ADDITION TO COCOA BUTTER Allergen Information: Contains Milk, Soy May Contain Tree Nuts, Wheat, Barley

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