Why is 5 barette di cereali Mandore e Mirtilli Rossi classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it combines many refined ingredients such as glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, added sugars, and multiple processed components like soy lecithin (emulsifier), glycerol (humectant) and citric acid (acid regulator), which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 18 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar can raise blood glucose levels and should be limited by people managing diabetes, while its low salt level (0.275 g per 100 g) poses minimal risk for hypertension, though the overall calorie density still warrants moderation.

Is the almond ingredient in this product a concern for people with tree‑nut allergies?

Yes, almonds are present at about 9.5 % of the formulation and are declared as a tree‑nut allergen, so the product is unsafe for individuals with almond or other tree‑nut sensitivities.

Gran Cereale, Mulino Bianco

5 barette di cereali Mandore e Mirtilli Rossi

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

5 barette di cereali Mandore e Mirtilli Rossi are sweet cereal bars made with oat flakes, whole wheat, almonds, hazelnuts and dried cranberries, classified in the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups. They carry a Nutri‑Score of C and belong to NOVA group 4, reflecting an ultra‑processed product that is high in sugars (18 g per 100 g) and contains added sugars, while providing a notable 12.5 g of dietary fiber and 8.7 g of protein. The bars are free from palm oil and contain gluten and tree‑nut allergens, but the presence of glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, soy lecithin and a small amount of citric acid means they should be consumed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal402 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates58.5 g

Sugars18 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet snack bars, this cereal bar contains less sugar, fat and salt but considerably more fiber and protein.

Ingredients

fiocchi di avena 19,8%, frumento integrale 16,5%, cereali croccanti 11,2 % (farina di riso, farina di frumento, sciroppo di glucosio, malto di frumento, glutine di frumento, sale, aromi, emulsionante: lecitina di soia), mandorle 9,5%, fibra solubile: oligofruttosio, mirtilli rossi zuccherati 7,7 % (zucchero, mirtilli rossi 3,4%, olio di girasole), sciroppo di glucosio, sciroppo di zucchero invertito, olio di girasole, zucchero, nocciole, umettante: glicerolo, fragole, emulsionante: lecitina di soia, zucchero caramellato, sale, correttore di acidità: acido citrico. Può contenere tracce di: arachidi, latte, sesamo, uova e altra frutta a guscio.

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