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

The drink is made from refined sugar, milk powder, glucose syrup and several flavorings, which are industrially processed and combined with additives; the label lists citric acid (E330) and sodium bicarbonate (E500/E500ii) as the only declared additives, a typical signature of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the high sugar and salt content in this cappuccino affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

With 51 g of sugars per 100 g, the product can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for diabetes management, while the 0.31 g of salt (≈310 mg) contributes to sodium intake that may raise blood pressure, so it should be limited for those with hypertension.

Is this instant cappuccino suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

No, it contains skimmed milk powder and lactose, so it is not vegan or halal without a certified dairy source; the high carbohydrate and sugar levels make it unsuitable for keto, and although no gluten ingredients are listed, cross‑contamination cannot be ruled out, so it cannot be guaranteed gluten‑free.

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Cappuccino

Beverages

Product Insights

Cappuccino is an instant powdered coffee beverage from Nescafé, positioned in the ‘Beverages’ and ‘Teas and herbal teas and coffees’ groups. A 100 g serving provides 387 kcal, 8.4 g protein and 4.5 g fiber, but it also contains 51 g of sugars, 8.4 g of total fat (7.1 g saturated) and 0.31 g of salt, far exceeding typical averages for similar drinks. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), carries a milk allergen and includes additives such as citric acid (E330) and sodium bicarbonate (E500/E500ii), while its Nutri‑Score is not displayed.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal27 kcal

Fat0.6 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates4.7 g

Sugars3.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the category averages (5.2 g sugar, 0.8 g fat, 0.6 g saturated fat, 0.21 g salt per 100 g), this cappuccino mix contains roughly ten times more sugar, over ten times more total and saturated fat, and a slightly higher salt level.

Ingredients

Sugart, skimmed MILK powdert (20%), glucose syrupt, instant coffeet (12%), coconut oil, lactoset (MILK), acidity regulators (sodium bicarbonate, citric acid), salt+, natural flavouringst. Suitable for vegetarians

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Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal27 kcal

Fat0.6 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates4.7 g

Sugars3.6 g

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