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Nutella

Nutella is a sweet chocolate-hazelnut spread created in Italy and commonly used on bread, pancakes and in baking; it’s known for its creamy texture and distinctive chocolate flavor. Nutritionally it is energy-dense at 539kcal per 100g and is high in added sugar and fat, though it does contribute some dietary fiber and small amounts of minerals. From a health perspective, it’s a highly processed, calorie-rich treat that provides little protein or satiety per serving; using it occasionally or swapping to unsweetened nut butters can retain the nutty flavor with less added sugar and fewer processed ingredients.

Vegetarian · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~0.70€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

E-

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

539 kcal

27% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

6.3 g

13% RDI

Fat

31 g

11g sat fat

Carbs

58 g

21% RDI

Sugar

56 g

100% RDI

Fiber

6.3 g

21% RDI

Salt

0.1 g

2% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

E- · 1.5 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Nutella healthy?

Nutella is rated E- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Nutella?

Nutella is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Nutella gluten free?

Yes, Nutella is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Nutella?

100g of Nutella contains 539 kcal, 6.3g protein, 57.5g carbohydrates, 30.9g fat, and 6.3g fiber.

Q.04Is Nutella vegetarian?

Yes, Nutella is vegetarian but not vegan.

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