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

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the formulation relies on refined fortified wheat flour, added palm oil, emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, E471), preservatives (potassium sorbate, E202), a colourant (beta-carotene, E160a/i), acidity regulator (citric acid, E330) and flavourings, all of which are typical of highly processed foods.

How does the saturated-fat and salt content in this pastry affect cardiovascular health?

The pastry provides 10.1 g saturated fat and 0.46 g salt per 100 g, amounts that exceed the recommended daily limits for saturated fat and contribute to higher LDL cholesterol and blood pressure when consumed regularly, so it should be eaten sparingly in heart-healthy diets.

Is the wheat flour in this pastry a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes; the main ingredient is fortified wheat flour which contains gluten, and the label highlights allergens including cereals containing gluten, making the product unsuitable for celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Sainsbury's

Pastry

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

The Sainsbury's Pastry belongs to the Sugary snacks and Biscuits & cakes category, offering 491 kcal, 26.9 g fat, 10.1 g saturated fat, 1.4 g sugars, 0.46 g salt and 7.8 g protein per 100 g. It receives a Nutri-Score of D and is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra-processed product, reflecting the presence of refined flour, palm oil, several emulsifiers and colourants such as beta-carotene. While it provides a modest amount of fibre (2.4 g) and is fortified with iron and B-vitamins, the high fat, saturated fat and the inclusion of palm oil raise nutritional and sustainability concerns, and it contains gluten.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal491 kcal

Fat26.9 g

Saturated Fat10.1 g

Carbohydrates53.3 g

Sugars1.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average pastry, this product contains far less sugar (1.4 g vs 28.98 g) and lower salt (0.46 g vs 1.98 g) but considerably more fat (26.9 g vs 17.65 g) and saturated fat (10.1 g vs 7.8 g).

Ingredients

Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Palm Oil, Water, Rapeseed Oil, Concentrated Lemon Juice, Salt, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate: Inactive Dried Yeast, Flavouring, Emulsifier: Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid; Colour: Beta-Carotene; Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid. Allergy advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold.

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