Why is Mackerel fillets in escabeche classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes processed ingredients such as alcohol vinegar, modified corn starch, and added flavorings, and it contains the additives sulfite (E14xx) and xanthan gum (E415), which are typical for ultra‑processed foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With 1.3 g of sugars and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g, the sugar level is modestly higher than the average for canned fish, which may modestly raise blood glucose, while the salt content is lower than the average, making it less problematic for blood‑pressure control, though portion control is still advisable.

Is this product suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

No, the product is not vegan or vegetarian because it contains fish fillets; it is not gluten‑free certified, though it is low in carbohydrates, making it relatively keto‑friendly, and it does not list any halal certification, so its suitability for halal diets cannot be confirmed.

Capitaine cook • 169 g

Filets de maquereaux à l'escabèche 169g

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Product Insights

Mackerel fillets in escabeche 169g are a canned fish product belonging to the Fish dietary family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA group 4) due to the presence of additives such as sulfite (E14xx) and xanthan gum (E415). The product offers high omega‑3 fatty acids and fiber, but it is high in total fat, saturated fat and sugar while providing less protein than typical canned fish.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal197 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat3.5 g

Omega 3 Fat3975 mg

Carbohydrates1.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical canned fish, this product contains markedly more fat (15 g vs 6.6 g), higher saturated fat and sugar, but lower salt and less protein per 100 g.

Ingredients

Filets de maquereaux* (Scomber scombrus) 55,6%, eau, vinaigre d'alcool, concentré de tomate et tomates concassées 3%, huile de colza, oignon déshydraté 2,2%, sel, amidon modifié de maïs, ail déshydraté, herbes aromatiques dont feuille de laurier 0,2%, poivre, épaississant : gomme xanthane, arômes naturels. *poissons. Zones de pêche du poisson : Atlantique nord-est, nord-ouest et centre-est. INFORMATIONS :

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