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

Noir contains refined sugar, high-oleic sunflower oil, defatted cocoa, cocoa butter, hazelnut paste, soy lecithin as an emulsifier, and a flavouring; the only listed additive is the emulsifier (E322), which qualifies it as an ultra-processed product.

How does the sugar content in Noir affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 51 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread can cause rapid blood-glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetes management, while its very low salt (0.02 g) does not aggravate hypertension, although the high calorie load may still impact cardiovascular health.

Is the hazelnut in Noir a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes - hazelnuts are declared allergens in Noir, so anyone with a tree-nut allergy should avoid the product; the only other major allergen listed is soy from the soy lecithin.

Nocilla,Idilia Foods • 180 g

Noir

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Noir is a hazelnut-chocolate spread marketed as a sweet breakfast and snack option. Classified in the PNNS Sugary snacks group, it carries a Nutri-Score of E and is rated NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra-processed nature, high sugar (51 g per 100 g) and saturated fat, while offering a modest fiber content and being gluten-free, vegan-friendly and palm-oil-free. The spread delivers considerable energy and quick sugars, making it unsuitable for low-sugar or low-fat diets, but it can serve occasional indulgence when portion-controlled.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal533 kcal

Fat32 g

Saturated Fat7 g

Monounsaturated Fat23 g

Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

Comparative Analysis

With 51 g of sugar per 100 g (just below the sweet-spread average of 53.45 g), its fat content far exceeds the category's typical 10.5 g per 100 g, while its salt is negligible at 0.02 g compared with the average 0.36 g.

Ingredients

sugar, high oleic sunflower oil, defatted cocoa (17%), cocoa butter, hazelnuts (4%), emulsifier (soy lecithin), aroma,

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