Why is TOURNESOLTartine et Cuisine – DOUX classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The spread is made from refined vegetable oils, emulsifiers, preservatives and colorants, which places it in NOVA group 4 for ultra‑processed foods. Its label lists additives E202 (potassium sorbate), E330 (citric acid), E472c (esterified fatty acids), and E160 (carotenoids), plus citric‑acid esters used as an emulsifier.

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

With only 0.5 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread has minimal impact on blood glucose levels, making it suitable for diabetic diets when consumed in moderation. However, it contains 0.4 g of salt (about 400 mg of sodium) per 100 g, so people monitoring blood pressure should limit portion size to keep sodium intake within recommended limits.

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

The product contains skimmed milk powder, so it is not vegan and may not meet halal requirements for those avoiding dairy. It is gluten‑free and low in carbohydrates, which aligns well with a keto diet. Its high fat content makes it appropriate for keto, but it is unsuitable for strict vegan or certain halal diets.

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TOURNESOLTartine et Cuisine - DOUX

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

TOURNESOLTartine et Cuisine – DOUX is a vegetable‑based spread that belongs to the Fat and sauces family, classified as a light margarine rich in omega‑3. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is rated NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with added emulsifiers, preservatives and a small amount of palm oil. While it provides very low sugar (0.5 g) and moderate salt (0.4 g) per 100 g, it is high in total fat (60 g) and saturated fat (14 g), and contains milk powder, which is an allergen.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal542 kcal

Fat60 g

Saturated Fat13 g

Monounsaturated Fat24 g

Polyunsaturated Fat23 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical plant‑based spreads, this margarine contains far less sugar and saturated fat, a slightly lower total fat, but its salt level is marginally higher than the category average.

Ingredients

Huiles et graisses végétales non hydrogénées 60% (tournesol 30%, colza 18%, palme), eau, poudre de LAIT écrémé, émulsifiant : esters citriques des mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras sel 0,4% conservateur : sorbate de potassium arôme acidifiant : acide citrique vitamine E colorant : caroténoïdes. Teneur totale en matières grasses : 60%

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