Why is Omega 3 classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from refined vegetable oils, modified starch, emulsifiers (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids, lecithins, sunflower), a preservative (potassium sorbate), an acidifier (citric acid), a food‑colouring (carotenoids) and natural flavourings, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods, placing it in the NOVA 4 category.

Is the palm oil in this spread a concern for sustainability?

Palm oil production is linked to deforestation and habitat loss for threatened species; although it represents only a small portion of the oil blend, its presence triggers an environmental penalty in the product’s Eco‑Score.

Based on its ingredients, is Omega 3 suitable for vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free diets?

All ingredients are plant‑derived, so the spread is vegan and naturally gluten‑free; its high fat and low carbohydrate profile fits a keto diet, but it lacks halal certification, so consumers requiring halal assurance should verify the source of the palm oil and any processing facilities.

spring • 250g

Omega 3

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Omega 3 is a plant‑based, spreadable vegetable fat marketed as a light margarine and belongs to the ‘Fat and sauces’ PNNS group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C (score 4) and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), reflecting its refined oils, emulsifiers, preservatives and food‑colouring. Nutritionally it is low in sugar (0.5 g) and salt (0.1 g) but high in total fat (38 g) with 7.7 g saturated fat per 100 g, and it contains palm oil, which raises environmental concerns.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal350 kcal

Fat38 g

Saturated Fat7.7 g

Carbohydrates1.9 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average plant‑based spread, Omega 3 contains roughly half the total fat, one‑third the saturated fat and markedly less sugar and salt per 100 g.

Ingredients

water, vegetable oils and fats (rapeseed, linseed oil, palm, in varying proportions), modified starch, emulsifier (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, lecithins, sunflower), acidifier ( citric acid), preservative ( potassium sorbate), salt (0,1%), natural flavouring, vitamins ( vitamin b12, vitamin b6, vitamin e, vitamin a, folic acid, vitamin d), coloring ( carotenoids),

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