Why is Colacao 0 classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is deemed ultra‑processed because its ingredient list includes industrial additives such as soy lecithin (E322), tricalcium phosphate (E341iii) as an anti‑clumping agent, and the artificial sweeteners aspartame (E951) and acesulfame; these substances go beyond simple cocoa and sugar, placing it in NOVA group 4.

How does the sugar and salt content in Colacao 0 affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

Colacao 0 provides 4.8 g of sugar and 0.13 g of salt per 100 g, which is lower than many comparable drinks but still adds extra carbohydrates and sodium; for diabetics the added sugars can raise blood glucose, and for people with hypertension the modest salt level is unlikely to be a major issue but should be considered within total daily intake.

Is the soy lecithin used in Colacao 0 a concern for people with soy allergy?

Soy lecithin is derived from soy beans and is listed as an allergen, so individuals with a diagnosed soy allergy should avoid the product or consult a medical professional before consumption.

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Colacao 0

Beverages And Beverages Preparations

Product Insights

Colacao 0 is an instant cocoa powder intended to be mixed with milk or water, placing it in the cocoa‑based beverage powder family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with added sweeteners, emulsifier, and anticlumping agents. Nutritionally, it provides low fat (0.6 g) and saturated fat (0.4 g) and modest salt (0.13 g) per 100 g, but contains moderate sugar (4.8 g) and uses non‑nutritive sweeteners, so it is lower in calories yet still contains added sugars.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal54 kcal

Fat0.6 g

Saturated Fat0.4 g

Carbohydrates7.1 g

Sugars4.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average instant chocolate beverage, Colacao 0 has considerably less sugar, fat, saturated fat and salt, while delivering slightly more fiber and fewer calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

natural degreased cocoa (42%), inulin, kola-malted cereal cream (wheat flour, barley malt extract, natural flavouring: kola nut extract), fibre, mineral salts (calcium and phosphorus), emulsifier (soy lecithin), antiaqlomerant (tricalcium phosphate), flavourings, sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame), salt

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