Why is Pain multicéréales classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bread is classified as ultra‑processed because it is made from refined wheat flour type 65, added wheat gluten, malted wheat flour, a seed blend, salt and yeast – all ingredients that undergo significant industrial processing. The product lists zero additives, so no additive codes appear on the label, but the degree of processing itself places it in NOVA 4.

How does the salt content in this multigrain bread affect a hypertensive diet?

With 1.5 g of salt per 100 g, a single serving contributes about 38 % of the World Health Organization’s recommended maximum of 4 g of salt per day, meaning regular consumption can significantly raise daily sodium intake and should be limited by people managing high blood pressure.

Is the sesame seed included in the seed mix a concern for individuals with a sesame allergy?

Yes; the seed mixture contains peeled sesame seeds, which are a recognized allergen. The product is flagged for sesame, so anyone with a sesame allergy should avoid this bread.

Auchan • 300 g

Pain multicéréales

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Pain multicéréales is a French multigrain bread produced by Auchan, belonging to the cereals and potatoes (Bread) group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), offering 295 kcal, 3.9 g fat (0.6 g saturated), 1.5 g salt, 1.2 g sugars and 9.6 g protein per 100 g, with very low fiber (0.1 g). While the protein content is relatively high for a bread and the sugar level is low, the product’s low fiber, moderate salt and its processing level detract from its overall nutritional quality.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal278 kcal

Fat3.1 g

Saturated Fat0.5 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Sugars2.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical breads (average per 100 g: 4.79 g sugars, 5.52 g fat, 1.4 g saturated fat, 3.95 g salt, 9.9 g protein, 5.38 g fiber), this multigrain loaf is lower in sugars, fat, saturated fat and salt but provides less fiber and slightly less protein, while its carbohydrate content is higher at 54 g.

Ingredients

Farine de BLE T65 CRC®, GLUTEN de BLÉ, farine de BLÉ malte, eau, mélange graines 7,5% (graines SESAME décortiquées, flocons BLÉ malte, flocons AVOINE, graines lin brun, graines lin jaune), sel, levure.

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