Why is Fond de veau classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra‑processed because the broth is made from a blend of dehydrated vegetable powders, maltodextrin, flavorings and a small amount of veal meat, and it contains the additive rosemary extract (E392) as an antioxidant along with other flavor enhancers such as malt extract and natural aromas.

How does the high sugar and salt content in this veal stock affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 12 g of sugars (7.2 g added) can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, while the 16.1 g of salt per 100 g far exceeds recommended limits, potentially raising blood pressure; therefore it should be used only in very small quantities or avoided by people managing diabetes or hypertension.

Is this product suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or low‑sodium diets?

No; the formulation includes veal meat, wheat flour (gluten) and a high level of salt, so it is unsuitable for vegan, gluten‑free or low‑sodium dietary regimes.

Bouton d'or • 110 g

Fond de veau

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

This is a dehydrated veal stock (Fond de veau) sold in a 110 g plastic pot and cardboard box. It belongs to the Fat and sauces / Dressings and sauces groups, carries no Nutri‑Score label, is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), and provides 6.1 g protein and 2.1 g fiber per 100 g but also contains 16.1 g of salt and 12 g of sugars, including 7.2 g added sugars. The product includes wheat flour (gluten), potato starch, sunflower oil and 2.4 % veal meat, and it contains the additive rosemary extract (E392).

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal304 kcal

Fat3.9 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates60 g

Sugars12 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical condiments, this broth has lower fat but considerably higher sugar and salt levels than the category averages.

Ingredients

Fécule de pomme de terre, sel, farine de blé, maltodextrines, sucre, tomate, arômes, extrait de malt d'orge, huile de tournesol, viande de veau (2,4%), arôme naturel, extrait de levure, carotte, ail, jus concentré d'oignon, plantes aromatiques (laurier - thym - romarin), poivre noir, antioxydant : extrait de romarin

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