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

The biscuit is made from refined wheat flour, added sugars, butter, sunflower oil and several processing aids; its only listed additives are the leavening agents sodium carbonate (E500) and sodium bicarbonate (E500ii), which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

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

With 24 g of sugar per 100 g, the biscuit can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetes management, while 10 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol and the 0.62 g of salt, though moderate, can contribute to blood‑pressure concerns for hypertensive individuals.

Is the egg ingredient in Abbracci a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes; fresh eggs are listed among the ingredients and are highlighted as an allergen, so anyone with an egg allergy should avoid this product.

Mulino Bianco • 700 g

Abbracci

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Abbracci is a sweet breakfast biscuit from Mulino Bianco, classified in the PNNS groups "Sugary snacks" and "Biscuits and cakes". It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and falls into NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with high fat (22 g), saturated fat (10 g) and sugars (24 g) per 100 g, alongside moderate salt (0.62 g) and modest protein (7 g) and fiber (3.5 g). While it provides quick energy and some dietary fiber, the elevated sugar and saturated‑fat levels, plus the presence of allergens (eggs, gluten, milk) and additives (E500, E500ii), make it less suitable for health‑focused diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal485 kcal

Fat22 g

Saturated Fat10 g

Carbohydrates62.9 g

Sugars24 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet biscuits, Abbracci contains less sugar and salt but more fat, saturated fat and calories, while offering slightly higher fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Farina di frumento 56,2%o, zucchero, burro, olio di girasole, uova fresche, latte fresco paslorizzato alta qualità 4,3%, cacao 2,4%, panna fresca pastorizzata 2,2%, miele, sale, agenti lievitanti (carbonato acido di sodio, carbonato acido d'amrnonio), aroma vanillina. Può contenere tracce di frutta a guscio, sesamo e soia. Gli ingredienti evidenziati possono provocare reazioni in persone allergiche o intolleranti.

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