Why is Galettes jambon emmental classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several industrially processed ingredients such as modified tapioca starch, refined wheat flour, and pre‑cooked ham, and it requires preservatives and antioxidants to ensure shelf stability; the label lists sodium nitrite (E250) as a preservative, sodium erythorbate (E316) as an antioxidant, and an unspecified additive in the E14xx range.

How does the saturated fat and salt content in this product affect people with heart disease or hypertension?

Saturated fat at 3.3 g per 100 g can raise LDL‑cholesterol levels, while 1.3 g of salt contributes about 520 mg of sodium, which may increase blood pressure; therefore, individuals with cardiovascular concerns should limit consumption and consider lower‑fat, lower‑salt alternatives.

Is the milk listed as an allergen in this product a concern for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies?

Yes. The product contains milk and Emmental cheese, both of which provide lactose and dairy proteins, making it unsuitable for people with lactose intolerance or dairy‑related allergies.

Intermarché, Itinéraire des Saveurs • 300 g

Galettes jambon emmental x2 300g

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Galettes jambon emmental (2 × 300 g) are ready‑to‑eat savory buckwheat crepes filled with cooked ham and Emmental cheese, falling into the Composite foods and One‑dish meals categories. They provide 153 kcal, 9 g protein and 2.5 g fiber per 100 g, with moderate total fat (5.2 g) and low sugars (0.8 g), but contain 3.3 g saturated fat and 1.3 g salt. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), includes additives such as sodium nitrite (E250) and sodium erythorbate (E316), and lists gluten and milk as allergens, limiting its suitability for certain dietary needs.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal153 kcal

Fat5.2 g

Saturated Fat3.3 g

Carbohydrates16 g

Sugars0.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready‑meal averages, this crepe contains less sugar (0.8 g vs 3.6 g), lower total fat (5.2 g vs 5.9 g) and salt (1.3 g vs 3.6 g), but its saturated fat (3.3 g), protein (9 g) and fiber (2.5 g) are higher than the category norms.

Ingredients

Galettes de blé noir 50% (eau, farine de blé noir 22% (origine : France), sel de Guérande), lait, jambon cuit supérieur 13.3% (jambon de porc (origine France) eau, sel arômes naturels, sirop de glucose, antioxydant : erythorbate de sodium, conservateur : nitrite de sodium), emmental** 10.6% (origine : France), eau, amidon modifié de manioc, farine de blé, beurre**, sel, poivre blanc, muscade. Certains ingrédients ne sont pas bretons. **dont lait

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