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

The product is rated NOVA 4 because it combines processed meats, a cured pork component and several formulation aids; the label lists natural flavorings, a pepper and garlic flavor blend, xanthan gum (E415) as a thickener and calcium chloride (E509) as a firming agent, all of which contribute to its ultra-processed status.

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

With 0.72 g of salt per 100 g (approximately 0.73 % of the product), the cassoulet adds modest sodium to the diet - lower than the average canned meal's 3.55 g but still contributing to the daily recommended limit of less than 5 g, so people with hypertension should consume it in moderation.

Is the duck fat in this product a concern for people with poultry allergies?

Duck fat makes up about 2 % of the recipe; while it is not a common listed allergen, individuals sensitive to bird fats or with a specific duck allergy should avoid the product, especially since it also contains pork and other animal-derived ingredients.

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Cassoulet Toulousain

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Cassoulet Toulousain is a canned composite meal (PNNS group: Composite foods - One-dish meals) that blends pre-cooked white beans, Toulouse sausage, cured pork, duck fat and tomato concentrate. It bears a Nutri-Score of C (score 3) and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), reflecting the inclusion of additives such as natural flavorings, xanthan gum (E415) and calcium chloride (E509) despite its no artificial flavors, no preservatives and no colorings labeling. Nutritionally it supplies 9.5 g of protein and 3.9 g of fiber per 100 g while keeping sugars at only 0.6 g and salt at 0.72 g, although saturated fat is 2.6 g, which is higher than typical canned meals.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal145 kcal

Fat7.7 g

Saturated Fat2.6 g

Carbohydrates7.4 g

Sugars0.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average canned meal (3.57 g sugar, 5.94 g fat, 1.94 g saturated fat, 3.55 g salt per 100 g), this cassoulet contains far lower sugar (0.6 g) and salt (0.72 g), slightly less total fat but a higher saturated-fat level (2.6 g) and delivers more protein (9.5 g) and fiber (3.9 g).

Ingredients

Eau. haricots blancs précuits (33%), saucisse de Toulouse (15%) (viande de porc, gras de porc, eau, sel, épices, arôme naturel de poivre avec d'autres arômes naturels, boyau naturel), viande de porc traitée en salaison (10%) (viande de porc, eau, sel, amidon), graisse de canard (2%), concentré de tomate, persil, huile de colza, sel, arôme naturel, arômes naturels d'ail et de poivre avec autres arômes naturels, épaississant: gomme xanthane, affermissant: chlorure de calcium. Traces éventuelles de: Gluten, oeuf, lait, céleri, moutarde.

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