Why is Lait de coco fluide classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is classified as NOVA 4 because it is a formulated product that undergoes industrial processing and contains added thickeners; the only additives listed are E412 (guar gum) and E415 (xanthan gum), which are used to improve texture.

How does the high saturated fat content in Lait de coco fluide affect a heart-healthy or low-fat diet?

The product contains about 17 g of saturated fat per 100 ml, which is a large amount of saturated fat that can raise LDL cholesterol levels, so it should be consumed sparingly by people following a heart-healthy or low-fat eating plan.

Based on its ingredients, is Lait de coco fluide suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten-free diets?

The drink is made from coconut extract, water and plant-based thickeners, contains no animal ingredients, dairy, gluten or soy, making it vegan, gluten-free and keto-friendly; it is certified kosher but not specifically labeled halal, so vegans, keto and gluten-free consumers can use it safely, while those requiring halal certification should verify with the producer.

Kara • 500ml

Lait de coco fluide

Beverages

Product Insights

Lait de coco fluide is a plant-based milk substitute classified as a beverage in the PNNS group "Plant-based milk substitutes". It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is listed as NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra-processed nature with added thickeners (guar gum and xanthan gum) and a high saturated-fat content, while containing very low sugar and salt. The product is vegan, kosher, produced in Indonesia, and packaged in a recyclable cardboard Tetra Pack.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal182 kcal

Fat18 g

Saturated Fat17 g

Carbohydrates2.9 g

Sugars2.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values of 6.96 g total fat, 3.38 g saturated fat, 10.76 g sugar and 0.37 g salt per 100 g, this coconut milk delivers roughly 17 g saturated fat (and a total fat well above the average) while providing only 2.2 g sugar and 0.03 g salt per 100 ml, making its fat content considerably higher but its sugar and salt content markedly lower.

Ingredients

Extrait de noix de coco fraîche (64%), eau, épaississants (Gomme xanthane et Gomme guar)

84%

35%

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3 x 200 ml