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

The biscuits contain refined sugar, fractionated palm oil, emulsifiers, leavening agents and colouring agents, which are hallmark ingredients of ultra‑processed foods. Listed additives include caramel colour (E150a), soy lecithin (E322), mono‑calcium phosphate (E341i), ammonium bicarbonate (E503ii) and other processing aids such as raising agents.

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

The 28.3 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while the 0.97 g of salt contributes to sodium intake that may raise blood pressure, so people with hypertension should limit consumption.

Is this product suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or keto diets?

No. It contains egg, whey protein and milk powder, so it is not vegan or dairy‑free; wheat flour makes it gluten‑containing; and its high carbohydrate (67.3 g) and sugar levels exceed the limits of a keto regimen.

Costa • 140 g / 4.9 oz

Chocolate

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Costa Chocolate biscuits are chocolate‑flavored sweet cookies sold in a 140 g plastic bag and manufactured in Santiago, Chile. They belong to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes family, carry a Nutri‑Score of E, are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), and contain high levels of sugar (28.3 g), saturated fat (10.2 g), and salt (0.97 g per 100 g, with 480 kcal of energy). While they provide some protein and carbohydrates, the excessive sugars, saturated fats and processed additives make them best enjoyed only occasionally as a treat.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal480 kcal

Fat21.2 g

Saturated Fat10.2 g

Trans Fat0.38 g

Monounsaturated Fat8.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack biscuit, this product has slightly less sugar but markedly more fat, saturated fat and calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

Harina de Trigo, Azúcar, Aceite de Palma Fraccionado, Margarina de Repostería, Huevos, Cacao en Polvo, Suero de Leche en Polvo, Jarabe de Fructosa, Color Caramelo, Glucosa, Sal Bicarbonato de Sodio (Leudante), Saborizante idéntico a Natural, Almidón de Maíz, Bicarbonato de Amonio (Leudante), Lecitina de Soya (Emulsificante), Fosfato Monocálcico (Regulador de Acidez)

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