Why is Britannia classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is made with refined palm oil, maltodextrin, invert sugar syrup, raising agents (sodium bicarbonate E500 and sodium aluminium phosphate E503), emulsifiers (lecithin E322 and monoglycerides E471), a dough conditioner (sodium metabisulphite E223), as well as flavourings such as vanilla and malt extract, all of which are typical of ultra-processed foods.

How does the sugar, saturated fat, and salt content in this biscuit affect people with diabetes or hypertension?

The 12.7 g of added sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood glucose spikes, the 10.3 g of saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol, and the 0.91 g of salt adds to daily sodium intake; therefore individuals with diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure should limit consumption.

Is the wheat flour in this biscuit a concern for individuals with gluten intolerance?

Yes, the product contains wheat flour and wheat bran, both of which provide gluten, so it is not suitable for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Britannia

britannia

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Britannia is a sweet biscuit that falls under the sugary snacks and biscuits and cakes groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), reflecting its high levels of saturated fat (10.3 g), added sugars (12.7 g) and the presence of several food additives such as refined palm oil, emulsifiers (E322, E471) and a dough conditioner (E223). While it provides a notable fiber content (6.7 g) and modest salt (0.91 g), it also contains gluten and milk allergens, making it unsuitable for those with specific dietary restrictions.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal483 kcal

Fat20.8 g

Saturated Fat10.3 g

Monounsaturated Fat7.9 g

Polyunsaturated Fat2.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack, this biscuit contains less sugar (12.7 g vs 28.98 g per 100 g), more saturated fat (10.3 g vs 7.8 g), and lower salt (0.91 g vs 1.98 g).

Ingredients

WHEAT FLOUR (ATTA) (65.5%), REFINED PALM OIL, SUGAR, WHEAT BRAN (2.6%), MALTODEXTRIN, MILK PRODUCTS [MILK SOLIDS & WHEY POWDER], INVERT SUGAR SYRUP, RAISING AGENTS [503(ii) & 500(ii)], IODISED SALT, EMULSIFIERS [322(i) & 471], MALT EXTRACT, NATURE IDENTICAL & ARTIFICIAL (VANILLA) FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES AND DOUGH CONDITIONER [223].

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