Why is D'lite choco-chip oat cookies classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 rating because the formulation relies on refined flours, multiple sweeteners, bakery shortening and chocolate chips that are themselves processed, and it includes eight listed additives such as emulsifiers E322i, E492, E472e, raising agents E500ii and E503ii, and sweeteners INS 965(i) and INS 960.

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

With only 0.04 g of sugar and 0.08 g of salt per 100 g, the cookies add negligible sugar or sodium to a diabetic or blood‑pressure‑controlled diet, but the presence of polyols and saturated fat means portion control is still advisable.

Is the wheat flour in this product a concern for gluten‑sensitive consumers?

Yes, the recipe contains wheat flour, which provides gluten; therefore the cookies are not safe for people with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Sugar Free • 150 g

D'lite choco-chip oat cookies

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

D'lite choco-chip oat cookies are classified as sugary snacks and biscuits & cakes, offering a low‑sugar (0.04 g/100 g) and low‑salt (0.08 g/100 g) snack option. Despite a Nutri‑Score of B and modest calorie count (56 kcal/100 g), the product falls in NOVA group 4, indicating it is ultra‑processed and contains several additives, palm‑derived fats and saturated fat (1.8 g/100 g). It provides modest fiber (0.7 g) and protein (1 g) but includes common allergens such as gluten and milk, so it suits those seeking a sweet‑free treat but may not meet higher protein or fiber needs.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal56 kcal

Fat3 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Trans Fat0.01 g

Monounsaturated Fat0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical biscuits, these cookies contain about 99 % less sugar, 83 % less fat, 96 % less salt and 87 % fewer calories per 100 g, though they also deliver roughly 78 % less fiber and 84 % less protein than the category average.

Ingredients

Oats Flour & Flakes (25%), Sweetener (INS 965 (i), INS 960), Wheat flour, Bakery Shortening (Vegetable fat - Palm /Palmolein oil and palm kernel oil based),Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Chips (12%) [Sweetener (INS 965), Edible Vegetable Fat (Hydrogenated)- Palm, Cocoa solids & Emulsifiers (INS492,INS322(i) - Lecithin of Soya Origin)], Butter, Milk Solids (Skimmed Milk Powder), Fructo oligosaccharides (3%), Cocoa powder, salt, Raising agents (INS 500(ii),INS 503(ii)), Emulsifiers (INS 322(i), INS 472e), CONTAINS ADDED NATURE IDENTICAL AND ARTIFICIAL VANILLA FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES.

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