Why is Calamars à la romaine classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives are listed on the label?

The product undergoes extensive processing to create a breaded coating and includes industrial ingredients such as wheat flour, leavening agents, acidity regulators, and colorants, which place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. Listed additives are diphosphate (E450), sodium carbonate (E500i), citric acid (E330), and riboflavin (E101) among others.

How might the sugar and salt levels in this frozen squid product influence a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 1.7 g of sugar per 100 g, the product adds a modest amount of carbohydrates that diabetics should count toward their daily intake, though it is not high in sugar. The salt content of 1.5 g per 100 g is moderate; it contributes to the recommended maximum daily sodium limit and should be considered by individuals managing hypertension.

Is the wheat flour used in the coating a problem for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease?

Yes. The wheat flour in the breading contains gluten, and the product is labeled with a gluten allergen, so it is not safe for anyone who must avoid gluten.

U • 500 g

Calamars à la romaine sachet 500g

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

This product is a frozen breaded squid ring (Roman-style) packaged in a 500 g bag, belonging to the fish and seafood family (pnns_groups_1: Fish Meat Eggs). It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its moderate protein content (7 g per 100 g) and low sugars (1.7 g) but also a relatively high salt level (1.5 g) and added fats (10 g, 1.5 g saturated). The formulation includes wheat flour (gluten), several additives (E450, E500i, E330, E101) and colorants, making it unsuitable for gluten‑intolerant consumers and indicating an ultra‑processed nature.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal194 kcal

Fat10 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Carbohydrates19 g

Sugars1.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical frozen seafood products, this squid fritter contains more fat (10 g vs 6.6 g) and almost double the sugars (1.7 g vs 1.0 g), while its salt level (1.5 g) is considerably lower than the average 5.3 g.

Ingredients

Anneaux d'encornets (Illex argentinus) pêché à la ligne et hameçon en océan Atlantique Sud-Ouest (zone FAO 41) 34%, farine de BLÉ 30%, eau, huile de tournesol, sel, poudre à lever : diphosphate - carbonate de sodium, correcteur d'acidité : carbonate de sodium - acide citrique - citrate de sodium, colorant : riboflavines, levure.

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