Why is Barrita con proteínas sabor chocolate negro classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar is labeled NOVA 4 because its ingredient list includes refined protein isolates, sweeteners, emulsifiers and flavorings that are industrially processed; the additives are maltitol (E965), sorbitol (E420), glycerine (E422) and soy lecithins (E322), all of which are typical of highly formulated snack foods.

How does the saturated fat and protein content of this bar affect a heart‑healthy or weight‑management diet?

The high protein level (33 g per 100 g) supports muscle maintenance, but the saturated fat amount (9.5 g per 100 g) exceeds the average for sweet snacks and may raise LDL cholesterol if consumed frequently, so it should be balanced with lower‑fat foods in a heart‑healthy plan.

Is the milk protein in this bar a concern for people with dairy allergies, and are there any other common allergens?

Yes, the bar lists milk proteins (33 %) as a primary ingredient, making it unsuitable for anyone with a dairy allergy, and it also contains soy protein and soy‑derived lecithins, which are additional allergens for soy‑sensitive individuals.

Enervit Sport,Enervit • 180 g (3 x 60 g)

Barrita con proteínas sabor chocolate negro

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The product is a chocolate‑flavored protein bar marketed as a dietary supplement for bodybuilding, belonging to the "Sugary snacks" and "Biscuits and cakes" groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of not applicable (due to its supplement classification) and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed formulation. Per 100 g it provides 33 g of protein and only 0.3 g of sugars, but also contains 16.5 g of fat (9.5 g saturated) and 0.26 g of salt, along with several additives such as maltitol, sorbitol, lecithins and glycerine.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal376 kcal

Fat16.5 g

Saturated Fat9.5 g

Carbohydrates37 g

Sugars0.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet snack averages, this bar contains dramatically less sugar and salt, about the same total fat but more saturated fat, and delivers roughly five times the protein.

Ingredients

Proteínas de la leche (33%), Edulcorante: maltitoles, Cobertura de chocolate negro con edulcorante (17,5%) (pasta de cacao, edulcorante: maltitoles, manteca de cacao, emulgente: lecitinas (de soja), aroma natural de vainilla), Manteca de cacao, Proteínas de soja (4,9%), Humectante: Glicerina, Edulcorante: sorbitoles, Cacao magro en polvo (2,2%), Aroma natural, Cacao (cacao, vainillina) (0,6%), Emulgente: lecitinas.

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