Why is Puff pastry baskets with goat cheese spinach classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The snack combines refined wheat flour, butter, cheese, and a protein‑rich filling that are mixed, baked and flash‑frozen, a series of industrial steps that place it in NOVA 4; the label lists the enzyme protease (E1101) and an additional unspecified additive coded E14xx.

How does the high saturated‑fat and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 12 g of saturated fat per 100 g can raise LDL cholesterol, which is undesirable for cardiovascular health, while the 0.92 g of salt contributes to higher blood pressure; both factors make the product less suitable for diabetes or hypertension management, especially when consumed frequently.

Is the wheat gluten in this product a concern for people with celiac disease?

Yes, the pastry dough contains wheat flour and added wheat gluten, so the product must be avoided by anyone diagnosed with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

U • 400 g

Paniers feuilletés au chèvre épinard - 4X100G

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Product Insights

Puff pastry baskets filled with goat‑cheese and spinach are a frozen ready‑made snack sold under the U brand in French supermarkets. Classified in the “one‑dish meals” PNNS group, it carries a Nutri‑Score of D and falls in NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature; per 100 g it provides 266 kcal, 17.4 g fat (including 12 g saturated fat), 6.2 g protein and 1.3 g fibre, but the high saturated‑fat level and moderate salt intake lower its rating. The product contains allergens such as eggs, gluten and milk, and includes the additive protease (E1101) together with an unspecified E14xx component.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal266 kcal

Fat17.4 g

Saturated Fat12 g

Carbohydrates20.6 g

Sugars3 g

Comparative Analysis

It contains about three times more fat and saturated fat than the average frozen meal, while its sugar and salt levels are slightly below average, and its calorie content is roughly 50% higher.

Ingredients

Pâte feuilletée 50% : farine de BLE (farine de BLE, GLUTEN DE BLE), BEURRE 12%, eau, sel, protéines de BLE, enzymes : protéase, OEUF, poudre de LAIT entier. Garniture 50% : fromage de chèvre (France) 14%, eau, épinards 11%, CREME fraiche, poudre de LAIT entier, amidon transformé de mais, farine de BLE, poudre de LAIT ÉCRÉMÉ, sel, poivre. Pourcentages exprimés sur le produit fini.

84%

35%

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