Why is Hacendado Pistacho classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The product combines refined sugar, palm oil, partially hydrogenated vegetable fats, cocoa powder, wheat flour and several emulsifiers and leavening agents, all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods, earning it a NOVA 4 classification. Its listed additives are sodium bicarbonate (E500/E500ii) as a raising agent and soy lecithin as an emulsifier; it also contains processed palm oil and hydrogenated fats, which contribute to the processing level.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of this pistachio chocolate affect people with diabetes or cardiovascular concerns?

With 39 g of sugar per 100 g, the snack can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for uncontrolled diabetes. The 23 g of saturated fat contributes to higher LDL cholesterol levels, which can increase cardiovascular risk; therefore, consumption should be limited and balanced with lower‑sugar, lower‑fat foods.

Is the milk powder in this chocolate a problem for people with lactose intolerance or milk allergy?

Yes. The product contains skimmed‑milk powder and lactose, so it is not safe for anyone with a milk allergy and may cause digestive discomfort for those who are lactose intolerant.

Hacendado • 105g

Pistacho

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Hacendado Pistacho is a pistachio‑flavored chocolate snack sold by Mercadona and falls under the Sugary snacks and Chocolate products categories. At 100 g it delivers 587 kcal, 39 g of fat (23 g saturated), 39 g of sugars and 6.8 g of protein, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 rating, indicating an ultra‑processed product with a high energy and saturated‑fat load. The formulation lists gluten, skimmed‑milk powder, soy lecithin, mustard, peanuts and sesame as allergens, includes palm oil and partially hydrogenated vegetable fats, and uses additives such as sodium bicarbonate (E500/E500ii).

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal587 kcal

Fat39 g

Saturated Fat23 g

Carbohydrates50 g

Sugars39 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary snack (≈40 g sugar, 33 g fat, 19 g saturated fat, 0.4 g salt and 520 kcal per 100 g), this pistachio chocolate has slightly less sugar and salt but markedly higher fat, saturated fat and calories.

Ingredients

Recheio e cobertura de pistacho (90%) [açúcar, pistacho (18%), gordura vegetal (palma, palmiste, girassol, colza), gordura vegetal totalmente hidrogenada (palmiste), leite magro em pó, soro de leite em pó, lactose (leite), emulsionante (lecitina de soja), aromas], farinha de trigo (glúten), amido de milho, fibra de trigo (glúten), xarope de açúcar caramelizado, cacau desengordurado em pó, sal, emulsionante (lecitina de soja), óleo de palma, levedantes químicos (bicarbonato de sódio, bicarbonato de amónio), farinha de malte (glúten), aroma, Pode conter outros frutos secos de casca rija, mostarda, amendoim e sésamo,

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