Why is MAGNUM Glace Bâtonnet Ruby classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The bar undergoes multiple processing steps, including rehydration of skimmed milk, addition of cocoa butter, sugar syrups, and a chocolate coating, which places it in NOVA group 4. Its ingredient list includes several food‑industry additives such as emulsifiers (E471, E322, E476), stabilisers (E410, E412, E407) and an acidity regulator (E330).

How do the sugar and saturated‑fat levels in this ice‑cream bar affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 22 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control. The 8.8 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol, which can be a concern for cardiovascular health, though the low salt (0.13 g) is less problematic for hypertension.

Is the milk in this product a concern for people with lactose intolerance or dairy allergy?

Yes. The formulation contains skimmed milk, skimmed milk powder, lactose, and milk proteins, so it is not safe for individuals with lactose intolerance or any dairy allergy.

Magnum, Unilever • 288 g

MAGNUM Glace Bâtonnet Ruby 4x90ml

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

MAGNUM Glace Bâtonnet Ruby is a 4‑pack of 90 ml white‑chocolate coated ice‑cream bars with raspberry sauce, classified under Milk and dairy products and Ice cream. It bears a Nutri‑Score of D and falls into NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product; per 100 g it provides 244 kcal, 13 g total fat (8.8 g saturated), 22 g sugars, 0.13 g salt, 3.7 g protein and 0.44 g fiber. While it delivers a modest protein contribution and low salt, it is high in saturated fat and sugars, contains several emulsifiers and stabilisers, and is unsuitable for vegans or those with dairy allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal244 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat8.8 g

Carbohydrates28 g

Sugars22 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average ice‑cream bar, this Magnum Ruby bar contains more fat (13 g vs 11.6 g), more saturated fat (8.8 g vs 7.4 g) and slightly more sugar (22 g vs 21.3 g), while its salt is much lower (0.13 g vs 1.16 g) and it offers a modest protein boost.

Ingredients

LAIT écrémé réhydraté, sucre, eau, LAIT en poudre écrémé, beurre de cacao¹ (8%), sirop de glucose, huile de coco, BEURRE concentré, fructose, purée de framboise (2%), LACTOSE et protéines de LAIT, pâte de cacao¹ (1%), sirop de glucose-fructose, émulsifiants (E471(d'origine végétale), E322, E476), stabilisants (E410, E412, E407), LAIT en poudre entier, correcteur d'acidité (E330), arômes. Peut contenir : soja, amandes.¹Certifié Rainforest Alliance.

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