Why is Noir de noir truffé & cacao classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar combines refined sugars, palm oil, cocoa butter concentrate and several functional ingredients such as soy lecithin (E322), calcium phosphates (E341), glycerol (E422) and sorbitol (E420), which are typical of ultra‑processed foods and raise its NOVA rating to 4.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of this chocolate affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 41 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while 21 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol, a concern for hypertension and heart‑health management; the low salt (0.06 g) is not a major issue for blood‑pressure.

Is the milk and soy in this chocolate a problem for people with dairy or soy allergies?

Yes, the bar contains skimmed milk powder, whole‑milk powder and whey powder, as well as soy lecithin, so it must be avoided by anyone with milk or soy allergy, and it also carries a precautionary label for possible nut cross‑contamination.

Côte d'Or • 190 g e

Chocolate Noir de Noir Truffé & Cacao

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Noir de noir truffé & cacao is a dark chocolate bar with a truffle‑style filling, categorized under sugary snacks and chocolate products. Per 100 g it delivers 37 g of fat, 21 g of saturated fat, 41 g of sugars and 547 kcal, alongside 6.6 g of fiber, 5.1 g of protein and only 0.06 g of salt. The product is classed as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and bears a Nutri‑Score of E, reflecting its high sugar and fat levels despite modest fiber and protein content.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal547 kcal

Fat37 g

Saturated Fat21 g

Carbohydrates45 g

Sugars41 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet‑snack, this dark truffle chocolate contains more fat, saturated fat and calories, slightly more sugar, but far less salt and a bit more fiber while offering less protein and carbohydrates.

Ingredients

Sucre, pâte de cacao, beurre de cacao, huile de palme, cacao maigre en poudre (4%), BEURRE concentré, sirop de glucose, sirop de glucose-fructose, humectants (glycérol, sorbitol), LAIT écrémé en poudre, LAIT entier en poudre, lactosérum en poudre (de LAIT), émulsifiant (lécithines de SOJA), arômes (contient LAIT), crème en poudre (de LAIT), correcteur d'acidité (phosphates de calcium), arôme naturel de vanille. PEUT CONTENIR FRUITS A COQUE.

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