Why does this organic tomato and vegetable sauce receive a Nutri-Score of D, and which nutrients contribute most to this rating?

The Nutri-Score algorithm assigns negative points for high levels of salt (2.9 g per 100 g) and sugars (9.1 g per 100 g), and only a few positive points for modest fiber (1.7 g) and fruit‑vegetable content, resulting in a D grade despite its organic label.

How might the salt content of this sauce affect a diet for someone with hypertension?

At 2.9 g of salt per 100 g, the sauce contributes a significant portion of the recommended daily maximum (about 5 g), so individuals with high blood pressure should use it sparingly or choose lower‑salt alternatives to avoid raising blood pressure.

Is the wheat flour in this sauce a concern for people with gluten intolerance, and how is gluten presence indicated on the label?

Yes, wheat flour contains gluten, and the packaging explicitly states “Contains gluten,” so anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should avoid this product.

Panzani • 180 g

Sauce tomate cuisinée aux petits légumes bio

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

The product is an organic cooked tomato sauce with small vegetables from Panzani, classified under the ‘Fat and sauces’ and ‘Dressings and sauces’ groups. Per 100 g it provides 139 kcal, 7.5 g fat (0.6 g saturated), 9.1 g sugars and 2.9 g salt, delivering more fiber (1.7 g) and protein (2.9 g) than average sauces, yet the salt level is relatively high. It carries a Nutri-Score of D and is assigned to NOVA group 3, indicating a processed product that contains gluten from wheat flour and may contain traces of milk.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal139 kcal

Fat7.5 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates14 g

Sugars9.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sauce in its category, this product contains less fat, saturated fat, sugar, salt and calories, while offering slightly more fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Concentré de tomate* 48%, eau, huile de colza*, légumes 4% (oignons*, carottes*), farine de BLE*, sel, sucre de canne*, extraits d'épices et aromates, jus de citron concentré*.* Ingrédients issus de l'Agriculture Biologique. Peut contenir du lait. Sur le tube : en dessous dénomination : mettre « Contient du GLUTEN et peut contenir du lait"

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