Why is Saupiquet Whole Natural Tuna classified as a processed product (NOVA 3) and what additives does it contain?

The tuna is heat‑treated and sealed in a brine solution, which makes it a processed (NOVA 3) food; its ingredient list is typically just tuna and salt, with no added preservatives, flavorings or stabilizers.

How does the salt content of this canned tuna affect people with hypertension or a low‑sodium diet?

At 1.1 g of salt per 100 g, the product contains less sodium than many canned fish but still contributes to daily intake, so individuals on strict low‑salt or hypertensive diets should limit portions.

Is tuna a common allergen and should people with fish allergies avoid this product?

Yes, tuna is a fish protein and can trigger allergic reactions in those sensitive to fish; anyone with a known fish allergy should avoid this canned tuna.

Saupiquet • 2 x 200 g

Thon entier naturel

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Saupiquet Whole Natural Tuna is a canned tuna packed in brine. It belongs to the Fish Meat Eggs and Fish and seafood dietary groups, carries a Nutri‑Score A and is classified as NOVA 3 (processed), providing 26 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and no sugar per 100 g. While it offers high protein and very low sugar, the 1.1 g of salt per 100 g means consumption should be moderated for low‑salt diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal127 kcal

Fat2.5 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average canned fish, this tuna has substantially lower fat and salt, virtually no sugar, and markedly higher protein.

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2 x 140 g