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

Chocoramo combines refined wheat flour, added sugars, multiple emulsifiers, preservatives, a synthetic colour and flavourings, which are hallmarks of ultra‑processed foods; the label lists additives such as E160a (beta‑carotene colour), E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides), E322 (lecithin), preservatives E200 (sorbic acid), E281 (sodium propionate) and E282 (calcium propionate), among others.

How does the sugar content in Chocoramo affect a diabetic diet?

With 32 g of sugar per 100 g, Chocoramo provides a rapid source of glucose that can cause significant blood‑sugar spikes, making it unsuitable for people who need tight glycaemic control unless consumed in very small, carefully measured portions.

Based on its ingredients, is Chocoramo suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

No; the product contains wheat flour (gluten), eggs, milk powder and soy, so it is not vegan or gluten‑free, and its high carbohydrate (53 g per 100 g) and sugar levels also make it incompatible with a ketogenic eating plan.

Ramo • 65g

Chocoramo

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Chocoramo is a Colombian chocolate‑cake snack produced by Ramo, classified as a sugary snack and biscuit‑type product. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and falls in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature, with high sugar (32 g), fat (24 g) and saturated fat (16 g) per 100 g, though it does provide above‑average fiber (4.3 g) and protein (7.2 g). The formulation includes wheat flour, eggs, milk powder and soy, making it unsuitable for vegan or gluten‑free diets, and it contains several common allergens and additives such as emulsifiers (E471), preservatives (E200, E281, E282) and colorants (E160a).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal448 kcal

Fat24 g

Saturated Fat16 g

Cholesterol0 g

Carbohydrates53 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary‑snack profile, Chocoramo contains more sugar (32 g vs 28.98 g) and fat (24 g vs 17.65 g) per 100 g, markedly higher saturated fat (16 g vs 7.8 g), but its salt level (0.16 g) is well below the typical 1.98 g.

Ingredients

Harina de trigo fortificada, azúcar, huevo, agua, mezcla de aceites y grasas vegetales [(palma, palmiste, soya), colorante (betacaroteno)], emulsificantes (mono y diglicéridos de ácidos grasos, ésteres de poligliceridos de ácidos grasos), conservantes (propionato de calcio, ácido sórbico, propionato de sodio), leche en polvo descremada, sal, leudante (polvo para hornear), sabor natural naranja, sabor artificial vainilla, cobertura sabor a chocolate [azúcar, grasa vegetal (palmiste), cocoa, leche en polvo descremada, suero en polvo, emulsificante (lecitina de soya, polirricinoleato de poliglicerol), antioxidantes (TBHQ, BHA)]. Contiene cereales que contienen gluten (trigo), leche y productos lácteos (lactosa incluida), huevos y subproductos, soya y sus productos. Fabricado en un establecimiento que procesa nueces de árboles. Conservese en un lugar limpio, seco y fresco, no expuesto a la luz directa, alejado de sustancias tóxicas y/o sustancias que puedan impartir aromas o sabores extraños.

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