Why does Saucisses de Francfort have a low Nutri-Score of E and which nutrients are responsible for this rating?

The Nutri-Score E is driven by its high saturated-fat content (8.9 g per 100 g), relatively high salt (1.8 g per 100 g) and high energy (~265 kcal per 100 g), while it provides no fibre, fruit or vegetable content and receives zero positive points, resulting in a low overall score.

How does the salt and saturated-fat content of these frankfurter sausages affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

High saturated fat can increase LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk, which is a concern for people with diabetes; the salt contributes about 1.8 g of sodium per 100 g, raising daily sodium intake and potentially worsening hypertension, while the low sugar content is favorable for blood glucose control.

Are the trace amounts of egg, milk, soy and nuts in this product a concern for individuals with food allergies?

Yes - even trace contamination can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals, and the product is labelled as possibly containing these allergens, so allergic consumers should avoid it or verify with the manufacturer.

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Saucisses de Francfort - x4, 200g

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Product Insights

This product is an organic French pork frankfurter sausage, classified as a processed meat (PNNS group: processed meat). It carries a Nutri-Score of E and a NOVA rating of 3, reflecting high levels of saturated fat (8.9 g per 100 g), salt (1.8 g per 100 g) and energy (~265 kcal per 100 g) despite low sugar and the use of organic herbs and natural sheep casing. While the pork is sourced from France and the spices are organic, the formulation also includes sodium nitrite, sodium citrate and sodium ascorbate as preservatives and the packaging uses plastic film and a recyclable tray.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal267 kcal

Fat23 g

Saturated Fat8.9 g

Carbohydrates1.5 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average processed-meat product, these frankfurters contain less sugar (0.9 g vs 1.56 g) and less salt (1.8 g vs 3.5 g) but higher saturated fat (8.9 g vs 6.8 g) and slightly more calories (~265 kcal vs 255 kcal per 100 g).

Ingredients

Viande de porc* (origine : France) 83 %, eau, sel, plantes aromatiques*, épices*, acidifiant : citrates de sodium, sucre de canne*, antioxydant : ascorbate de sodium, conservateur : nitrite de sodium, aromate* (poudre de citron*). Boyau naturel de mouton. *ingrédient issu de l'agriculture biologique Traces éventuelles d'oeufs, de lait, de soja et de fruits à coque

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