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

The product is a canned fish prepared with tomato sauce, added sugars, thickeners and flavor enhancers, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. Its label lists additives E1422 (acetylated oxidised starch), E260 (acetic acid), E330 (citric acid) and E412 (guar gum).

How does the sugar content in Szprot affect a diabetic diet?

With 4.1 g of sugars per 100 g, the tin adds a notable amount of carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose levels, so people managing diabetes should count it toward their daily sugar allowance and may prefer lower‑sugar options.

Is the mustard in Szprot a concern for people with mustard allergies?

Yes, the ingredient list includes mustard, which is a recognized allergen; the product is therefore unsuitable for individuals who are allergic to mustard.

Nixe • 170g

Szprot

Sterilizovany Výrobek Z Ryb

Product Insights

Szprot is a 170 g tin of headless sprats in tomato sauce produced by Nixe and packaged in recyclable aluminium. It belongs to the fish & seafood group, carries a Nutri‑Score of A and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product. Per 100 g it provides 11 g protein and 129 kcal with low salt and sugars, but contains added sugar, mustard (an allergen), and several additives (E1422, E260, E330, E412) along with a moderate fat level (7.2 g, 1.8 g saturated).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal129 kcal

Fat7.2 g

Saturated Fat1.8 g

Trans Fat0 g

Monounsaturated Fat0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar fish products, this sprat tin has far lower fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, but its sugar content (4.1 g per 100 g) exceeds the typical zero‑sugar profile.

Ingredients

50% šproty bez hlavy, 50% rajčatová omáčka [pitná voda, rajčatový protlak (17% v omáčce), cukr, hořčice (pitná voda, ocet kvasný lihový, hořčičná semínka, cukr, jedlá sůl, koření), zahušťovadla: acetylovaný zesíťovaný adipan škrobu, guma guar, řepkový olej. sůl, pšeničná mouka, směs koření, přírodní paprikové aroma; regulátory kyselosti: kyselina octová, kyselina citronová].

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