Why is Magnum Glace Bâtonnet Deluxe Caramel classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines many refined ingredients such as rehydrated skimmed milk, multiple syrups, coconut oil, cocoa paste and a complex coating, all of which are manufactured and combined in a factory setting; this level of formulation defines it as ultra-processed. It lists seven additives: emulsifier E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides), emulsifier E476 (polyglycerol polyricinoleate), thickener E442 (acacia gum), stabilizer E407 (carrageenan), stabilizer E412 (guar gum), stabilizer E417 (tara gum) and colourant E160 (carotenoids).

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content of this ice‑cream bar affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 26 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic management. Its 12 g of saturated fat per 100 g may raise LDL‑cholesterol, which is a concern for heart‑healthy or hypertensive diets, although the low 0.19 g salt content is not a major issue for blood‑pressure control.

Is Magnum Glace Bâtonnet Deluxe Caramel suitable for gluten‑free, vegan, keto or other strict diets?

The product is labelled gluten‑free, but it contains dairy milk and lactose, so it is not vegan or suitable for dairy‑free diets. Its high sugar (26 g) and carbohydrate content make it incompatible with keto or low‑carb regimens. It also lists possible traces of soy and various nuts, which may be problematic for people with those specific allergies.

Magnum • 284 g

Magnum Glace Bâtonnet Deluxe Caramel 4x85ml

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Magnum Glace Bâtonnet Deluxe Caramel is a premium ice-cream bar that combines vanilla ice cream, a salted-caramel sauce and a milk-chocolate coating. It belongs to the ice-cream category (pnns group "Ice cream"), carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA group 4); per 100 g it provides 290 kcal, 17 g fat (12 g saturated), 26 g sugars and 0.19 g salt. The high sugar and saturated-fat levels make it a treat rather than a health-focused choice, although its low salt and modest fiber are minor positives, and it contains milk allergens, possible traces of soy and nuts, and several emulsifiers and colorants.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal355 kcal

Fat21 g

Saturated Fat15 g

Carbohydrates37 g

Sugars31 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average ice-cream bar, this Magnum deluxe contains more sugar (26 g vs 21.35 g), higher total fat (17 g vs 11.56 g) and saturated fat (12 g vs 7.43 g), while its salt content (0.19 g) is lower than the average.

Ingredients

LAIT écrémé réhydraté, sucre, huile de coco, sirop de glucose-fructose, eau, pâte de cacao¹, sirop de glucose, BEURRE concentré, beurre de cacao¹, LAIT en poudre entier, LACTOSE et protéines de LAIT, LAIT en poudre écrémé, cacao maigre en poudre¹, émulsifiants (E471 (d'origine végétale), E476, E442), sirop de sucre caramélisé, stabilisants (carraghénanes, gomme guar, farine de graines de caroube, gomme Tara), sel, gousses de vanille épuisées broyées, arôme naturel de vanille¹ (dont LAIT), arômes, colorant (caroténoïdes). Peut contenir : SOJA, AMANDES, NOISETTES, NOIX, NOIX DE CAJOU, NOIX DE PÉCAN, NOIX DU BRÉSIL, PISTACHES, NOIX DE MACADAMIA. Sans gluten. ¹Certifié Rainforest Alliance.

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