Why is Ravioles au Saint Marcellin classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines multiple processed components such as refined wheat flour, added sunflower and rapeseed oils, and a cheese filling that includes melted Saint‑Marcellin; it also lists the food‑colouring additive E100 (turmeric extract), which places it in the NOVA 4 ultra‑processed category.

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

With only 2.9 g of sugars per 100 g, the ravioli is relatively low in sugar and therefore less likely to spike blood glucose, but its 1.4 g of salt per 100 g contributes a moderate amount of sodium that could be problematic for hypertensive individuals if consumed in large portions.

Is the fresh egg ingredient in this product a concern for people with egg allergies?

Yes; the ingredient list includes fresh eggs, which are highlighted as an allergen, so anyone allergic to eggs should avoid this product.

U, U Saveurs • 240 g

Ravioles au saint marcellin 240g

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Ravioles au Saint Marcellin are fresh pasta dishes belonging to the Cereals and potatoes PNNS group. They carry a Nutri‑Score of D and are classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that contains several added oils and a food‑colouring additive (E100). While they provide a good protein level (12 g per 100 g) and modest sugar and salt, the total fat is relatively high (11 g) and saturated fat reaches 6.8 g, which may be a concern for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal286 kcal

Fat11 g

Saturated Fat6.8 g

Carbohydrates34 g

Sugars2.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average ready‑meal pasta (per 100 g: 9 g sugars, 6.94 g fat, 165.82 g saturated fat, 2.96 g salt), this ravioli has much lower sugar and salt, higher total fat, and its saturated fat is dramatically lower than the typical value.

Ingredients

Pate 50% : farine de BLE tendre 37%, eau, OEUFS frais, contient huile de tournesol et/ou huile de colza. Farce 50% : FROMAGE blanc frais, SAINT-MARCELLIN fondu 12% (SAINT-MARCELLIN IGP 9%, eau), EMMENTAL, flocons de pommes de terre (pommes de terre deshydratees, extrait de curcuma), CREME fraiche, PROTEINES DE LAIT, sel

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