Why is Sardines à l'huile de tournesol et au piment classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is rated NOVA 4 because it combines whole fish with added sunflower oil, chili, carrots, pickles, vinegar and a firming agent; the only listed additive is calcium chloride (E509), used to maintain texture.

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

At 1.56 g of salt per 100 g, a 135 g can provides roughly 2.1 g of salt, which is a notable portion of the recommended maximum of 5 g per day, making it less suitable for people managing high blood pressure.

Is the sardine ingredient a concern for individuals with fish allergies?

Yes, the primary ingredient is sardine (Sardina pilchardus), which is classified as a fish allergen; anyone with a fish allergy should avoid this product.

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Sardines à l'huile de tournesol et au piment 135g

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Sardines à l'huile de tournesol et au piment is a canned fish product belonging to the Fish Meat Eggs group, offering 22.9 g of protein per 100 g. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, reflecting its relatively high fat (14.3 g), moderate saturated fat (2.2 g) and a high salt level of 1.56 g per 100 g. While the sunflower‑oil and chili provide omega‑3 richness and flavor, the product contains no dietary fiber, no added sugars, and includes calcium chloride as a firming agent.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal220 kcal

Fat14.3 g

Saturated Fat2.2 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical canned seafood averages, this sardine portion contains about double the fat and 1.5 times the calories, but its salt (1.56 g) is substantially lower than the category average of 5.32 g, and it has no sugars.

Ingredients

_Sardines_ (Sardina pilchardus), huile de tournesol, carotte, cornichon, piment 1,3%, eau, sel, vinaigre d'alcool, affermissant : chlorure de calcium

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Sardines à l'huile de tournesol et au piment

Auchan

0.135 kg