Why is Bifidus with cereal fibers classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The drink is labelled NOVA 4 because its ingredient list includes multiple added components beyond the core milk and water: cane sugar, oligofructose (a prebiotic fiber), aromatic caramel, natural flavours, honey, and cultured bifidobacteria. These substances are manufactured or extracted through industrial processes, which moves the product into the ultra‑processed category.

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

With 11.8 g of sugar per 100 g, the product provides a moderate amount of rapidly absorbable carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose levels, so diabetic individuals should consume it sparingly. The salt level is 0.12 g per 100 g, which is low compared with many processed foods and poses minimal concern for hypertension, but overall portion control remains advisable.

Is the wheat and barley in this product a concern for people with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease?

Yes. The cereal blend contains wheat bran, barley flour and barley grains, all of which contain gluten. Therefore the drink is not safe for anyone who must avoid gluten, including those with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Hacendado • 500 g

Bífidus con fibras cereales

Beverages

Product Insights

Bifidus with cereal fibers is a sweetened fermented dairy drink produced by Mercadona’s Hacendado line, containing partially skimmed pasteurised milk, water, added sugars and a blend of cereal grains and nuts. It delivers 95 kcal, 3.7 g protein, 1.1 g fiber and 11.8 g sugars per 100 g, but its fat (2.9 g) and saturated fat (1.8 g) exceed typical values for similar beverages, earning it a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed classification. The formulation includes milk, wheat‑derived cereals and 0.5 % mixed nuts, making it unsuitable for consumers avoiding gluten or tree‑nut allergens, and its overall environmental impact receives an EcoScore of D.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal95 kcal

Fat2.9 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Carbohydrates12.9 g

Sugars11.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average yogurt beverage, it contains less sugar (11.8 g vs 15.7 g per 100 g) but more fat (2.9 g vs 0.73 g), saturated fat (1.8 g vs 0.7 g), protein (3.7 g vs 1.06 g) and fiber (1.1 g vs 0.8 g).

Ingredients

Leche fresca pasteurizada parcialmente desnatada (Origen: España), agua, azúcar de caña (6,3%), oligofructosa, leche en polvo desnatada, cereales (1,2%) (salvado de trigo, cebada (harina y granos) y copos de trigo), caramelo aromático, miel (0,8%), proteínas de la leche, frutos secos (0,5%) (nueces, almendras y avellanas), aromas naturales, fermentos lácticos y bifidobácterias (leche)

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