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

The product is made from refined sugar, cocoa paste, vegetable fats and several processed ingredients, which places it in NOVA group 4. Its label lists additives such as emulsifier E322 (soy lecithin), emulsifier E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids), and flavorings, all typical of ultra‑processed foods.

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

With 48 g of sugar per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetes management. The saturated fat level of 17 g per 100 g can raise LDL cholesterol, while the modest salt amount (0.22 g) is less of a concern for blood‑pressure control but the overall calorie density (536 kcal) may contribute to weight gain if consumed in excess.

Is the presence of milk and nut ingredients a concern for people with allergies?

Yes. The ingredient list includes skimmed milk powder, whole milk powder and hazelnut kernels, and the allergen information flags both milk and nuts, so the product should be avoided by individuals with dairy or nut allergies.

Côte d'or • 349 grs

Sélection Assortiment de chocolat

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Sélection Assortiment de chocolat is a boxed assortment of chocolate candies that belongs to the 'sugary snacks' group of the PNNS classification. It receives a Nutri‑Score of E and is placed in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with high sugar (48 g per 100 g), saturated fat (17 g per 100 g) and overall energy (536 kcal per 100 g). While it supplies modest fiber (4.4 g) and protein (5.7 g) per 100 g, it contains milk, nuts and soy allergens and includes additives such as emulsifiers (E322, E471) and flavorings.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal536 kcal

Fat32 g

Saturated Fat17 g

Carbohydrates54 g

Sugars48 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack (53.44 g sugar, 10.5 g fat, 0.36 g salt, 373 kcal per 100 g), this chocolate assortment contains far more fat (32 g) and calories (536 kcal) but slightly less sugar (48 g) and salt (0.22 g).

Ingredients

sucre, pâte de cacao, beurre de cacao,lait écrémé en poudre, graisses végétales (palme), sirop de glucose, noisette entière, beurre concentré, lactosérum en poudre (de lait), pâte de noisette, pâte d'amande, maïs,cacao maigre en poudre, émulsifiant (lécithine de soja,E471),lait entier en poudre, lactose (de lait),sirop de glucose-fructose, sel, arômes, acidifiant (citrate monosodique).

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