Why is Cereales rellenos de crema de cacao y avellana sin gluten classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The cereal is made by industrial extrusion and includes several added ingredients such as sugar, cocoa powder, sunflower oil, emulsifiers (E322 and E322i), antioxidants (E306), raising agents (E500 and E500ii), and flavorings (E304 and E304i), which all place it in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the high sugar content in this cereal affect a diabetic diet, and is the salt level a concern for people with hypertension?

With 24.4 g of sugar per 100 g, a typical serving can raise blood glucose quickly, making it a poor choice for people managing diabetes; the salt content of 0.49 g per 100 g is lower than the average for breakfast cereals, so it is less of a concern for hypertension but should still be considered in total daily sodium intake.

Is this cereal suitable for vegan, keto, or strictly gluten-free diets?

The product is labeled gluten-free and contains no animal-derived ingredients, but it may contain trace milk and uses hazelnut paste, so it is not suitable for strict vegans; its high carbohydrate and sugar levels also make it unsuitable for keto diets, while it is appropriate for gluten-free diets.

Hacendado • 400g

Cereales rellenos de crema de cacao y avellana sin gluten

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Cereales rellenos de crema de cacao y avellana sin gluten are gluten-free, vegetarian breakfast cereals made from corn and rice flour and filled with a cocoa-hazelnut cream, classified in the "Cereals and potatoes" group and the "Breakfast cereals" subgroup. At 24.4 g of sugar and 2 g of saturated fat per 100 g, they receive a Nutri-Score of D and are classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), reflecting the presence of added sugars, multiple emulsifiers (E322, E322i), antioxidants (E306), raising agents (E500, E500ii) and flavorings. The product contains milk and hazelnut allergens, carries an Eco-Score of C, and while it is gluten-free and vegetarian, it offers low fiber (2 g) and moderate salt (0.49 g) compared with typical breakfast cereals.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal461 kcal

Fat17.3 g

Saturated Fat2.8 g

Carbohydrates69 g

Sugars24.4 g

Comparative Analysis

It contains about 24.4 g of sugar per 100 g - nearly double the average 14.1 g for breakfast cereals - while its 0.49 g of salt is well below the category average of 1.78 g.

Ingredients

Masa cobertura (60%) (Harina de maíz (25,2%), harina de arroz (19,1%), azúcar, cacao en polvo (6%), sal y gasificante (carbonato ácido de sodio)). Relleno crema de cacao (40%) (Azúcar, aceite de girasol, cacao en polvo desgrasado (4%), pasta de _avellanas_ (1,6%), pasta de cacao (0,8%), emulgente (lecitina de girasol), aromas y antioxidantes (E-306 y E-304i)). _Puede contener trazas de leche._

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