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

The cereal is produced by extrusion, a high‑temperature manufacturing step, and includes added sugar, a flavoring agent, and an antioxidant (tocopherol‑rich extract, listed as E306), which are typical ingredients that place it in the NOVA 4 category.

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

With 9 g of sugar and only 0.18 g of salt per 100 g, the product has lower sugar and markedly lower salt than most breakfast cereals, making it a more suitable occasional choice for diabetes or hypertension management, though the sugar still contributes to total daily intake and should be counted.

Is the oat gluten in Avena Crunchy Cacao a concern for people with celiac disease?

Yes, the cereal contains whole‑meal oat flour that includes gluten, so it is not safe for individuals with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Hacendado • 400 g

Avena Crunchy Cacao

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Avena Crunchy Cacao is an extruded breakfast cereal made from whole‑meal oat flour and cornmeal, flavored with cocoa and sugar. It belongs to the "Cereals and potatoes" PNNS group, carries a Nutri‑Score of A and is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra‑processed), offering 13 g protein and 11 g fiber per 100 g but also 9 g sugars and 6.4 g fat. The product is vegan‑friendly but contains gluten and may contain traces of soy, milk and nuts, and its packaging combines a cardboard box with a plastic inner bag, which is only partially recyclable.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal393 kcal

Fat6.4 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Carbohydrates65 g

Sugars9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breakfast cereal, Avena Crunchy Cacao provides less sugar, fat, saturated fat and salt while delivering higher fiber and protein per 100 g.

Ingredients

Cereales [harina de avena integral (gluten) (76%), sémola de maíz], azúcar, cacao en polvo (5,7%), sal, cacao magro en polvo (0,5%), aroma, antioxidante: extracto rico en tocoferoles. Puede contener trazas de soja, productos lácteos y otros frutos de cáscara.

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Avena Crunchy Cacao

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Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal393 kcal

Fat6.4 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Carbohydrates65 g

Sugars9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breakfast cereal, Avena Crunchy Cacao provides less sugar, fat, saturated fat and salt while delivering higher fiber and protein per 100 g.

Ingredients

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