Why is Nocciolata - Hazelnut and Cocoa Spread classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it is made from refined sugar, sunflower oil, hazelnut paste, cocoa powder and cocoa butter, all of which are industrially processed, and it includes an added emulsifier, soy lecithin (E322), plus a vanilla extract flavor; these ingredients and the multiple processing steps place it in the ultra-processed category.

How does the high sugar content in this spread affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With about 53 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread can cause rapid blood-glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for people managing diabetes, while its virtually zero salt does not add to hypertension risk but the high sugar can still contribute to overall metabolic stress for hypertensive individuals.

Is this spread suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten-free diets?

The spread is certified vegan and contains no animal-derived ingredients, and it does not list any gluten-containing grains, so it fits vegan and gluten-free diets; however, its high carbohydrate and sugar levels make it incompatible with a strict keto diet.

RIGONI DI ASIAGO BIO • 250g

Nocciolata - Pâte à tartiner au cacao et noisettes

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Nocciolata - Hazelnut and Cocoa Spread is a sweet hazelnut-cocoa spread that belongs to the Sugary snacks (Sweets) category. It carries a Nutri-Score of E, is classified as NOVA 4 ultra-processed, and contains very high sugar (about 53 g per 100 g) and saturated fat (5.5 g per 100 g) while keeping salt essentially zero and offering modest fiber (4.8 g per 100 g). The spread is certified organic and vegan, free from palm oil, but includes soy lecithin and declares nuts and soybeans as allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal545 kcal

Fat33 g

Saturated Fat5.5 g

Carbohydrates55 g

Sugars53 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet-spread, its sugar (53 g/100 g) is slightly below the category mean of 53.45 g, its saturated fat (5.5 g) is considerably lower than the average 6.99 g, and its salt content is essentially zero versus 0.36 g on average.

Ingredients

Sucre*, pâte de noisettes* 19,5%, huile de tournesol*, cacao maigre en poudre* 11%, beurre de cacao*, émulsifiant (lécithine de soja), extrait de vanille.

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