Why is Barquillo con relleno de chocolate classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is deemed ultra‑processed because its formulation relies on refined ingredients such as coconut oil, wheat flour, cocoa powder, whey and milk powders, and it includes multiple food additives: colourant E160a (beta‑carotene), raising agents E500/E500ii (sodium carbonate), E170i (calcium carbonate), E504i (magnesium carbonate), and a flavouring/aroma. These components are typical of industrially manufactured confectionery.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of this wafer affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The 33 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making the product unsuitable for diabetic diets, while the 22 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol and contribute to cardiovascular risk, which is a concern for individuals with hypertension or heart disease. The low salt (0.14 g) does not offset these concerns.

Is the wheat flour in this product a concern for individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease?

Yes. Wheat flour is a major source of gluten, and the product is labelled with a gluten allergen warning, so it should be avoided by anyone with gluten sensitivity, celiac disease, or a wheat allergy.

Auchan, Florbú

Barquillo con relleno de chocolate

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Barquillo con relleno de chocolate is a chocolate‑filled wafer snack that belongs to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits and cakes groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with high levels of total fat (24 g), saturated fat (22 g) and sugars (33 g) per 100 g, while providing modest protein (5.5 g) and fiber (4.2 g). Although labeled as palm‑oil‑free, it contains refined coconut fat, several additives such as colour E160a and sodium carbonate, and includes wheat flour, making it unsuitable for gluten‑intolerant consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal494 kcal

Fat24 g

Saturated Fat22 g

Carbohydrates62 g

Sugars33 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sweet snack, this wafer contains considerably more sugar, total fat and saturated fat, while its salt level is well below the category average.

Ingredients

Azúcar, harina de trigo, grasa vegetal de coco refinado, cacao desgrasado en polvo (8%), almidón de trigo, suero de leche en polvo, harina de arroz, leche desnatada en polvo, fibra vegetal, aroma, gasificantes (carbonato ácido de sodio, carbonato de calcio y carbonato de magnesio) y colorante (E 160a). Puede contener trazas de frutos de cáscara.

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