Why is Croissants con crema al Cacao classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product contains refined wheat flour, industrial margarine with palm fat, multiple emulsifiers (E322 lecithins, E471 mono‑ and diglycerides), preservatives (E200 sorbic acid, E282 calcium propionate), flavorings, a colourant (E160a carotenes) and other processing aids, all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods, placing it in NOVA group 4.

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

With 24 g of sugar per 100 g, the croissant can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for regular consumption by people with diabetes; the salt content is 0.7 g per 100 g, lower than the average for sweet pastries but still contributes to daily sodium intake, so hypertensive individuals should limit portions.

Is the soy lecithin used in this product a concern for people with soy allergy?

Yes. The emulsifier listed as lecithins is derived from soy, and the product is labelled with a soy allergen warning; anyone with a soy allergy should avoid this croissant.

La Bella Easo • 360 g

Croissants con crema al Cacao

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Croissants con crema al Cacao are sweet bakery pastries filled with a cocoa cream, sold in a 360 g pack and positioned as a snack. The product scores a Nutri‑Score of E and falls into NOVA group 4, indicating it is ultra‑processed, with high levels of fat (25 g), saturated fat (11 g), sugars (24 g) and energy (471 kcal) per 100 g, and it contains allergens such as soy, milk, egg, gluten, nuts and mustard. While it does provide some fiber (1.5 g) and protein (5.8 g), the overall high calorie and sugar content make it suitable only as an occasional treat rather than a regular part of a balanced diet.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal471 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat11 g

Carbohydrates55 g

Sugars24 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sweet pastries, this croissant contains more fat (25 g vs 17 g), more saturated fat (11 g vs 9 g) and considerably more sugars (24 g vs 16.6 g), while its salt level (0.7 g) is lower than the category average.

Ingredients

Harina de TRIGO, relleno (25%) de crema al cacao [azúcar, aceite vegetal (girasol), grasa vegetal (palma), suero de LECHE en polvo, pasta de AVELLANAS (2%)*, cacao desgrasado en polvo (1,5%)*, LECHE desnatada en polvo, emulgente (lecitinas (SOJA)), aroma], agua, azúcar, margarina [grasa vegetal (palma), aceite vegetal (girasol), agua, sal, emulgente (monoglicéridos y diglicéridos de ácidos grasos), acidulante (ácido cítrico), aroma], NATA en polvo, emulgentes (monoglicéridos y diglicéridos de ácidos grasos, ésteres monoacetil y diacetil tartárico de monoglicéridos y diglicéridos de ácidos grasos), espesante (goma xantana), fibra de TRIGO, gluten de TRIGO, sal, levadura, conservadores (ácido sórbico, propionato cálcico), aroma, colorante (carotenos), HUEVO liquido. *Sobre producto final. Puede contener otros FRUTOS DE CÁSCARA (ALMENDRA) y/o MOSTAZA.

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