Why is Mackerel fillets classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is actually placed in NOVA group 3, which indicates a processed (canned) food rather than ultra-processed. It contains only three simple ingredients - Atlantic mackerel fillet, extra-virgin olive oil and salt - and no added preservatives, flavorings or other additives.

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

With 0 g of sugar per 100 g, the product does not contribute to blood-glucose spikes and is safe for diabetic meal plans, while the 0.9 g of salt per 100 g is moderate; people with hypertension should limit portion size and balance it with low-salt foods.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for strict diets like Vegan, Keto, Halal, or Gluten-Free?

The product is not vegan or vegetarian because it contains fish; it is keto-friendly due to its high fat and very low carbohydrate content; fish is generally considered halal in most schools of thought but certification should be checked; it is naturally gluten-free as no wheat-derived ingredients are present.

PHARE D’ECKMÜHL BRETAGNE • 151 g

Filets de maquereaux

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Product Insights

This product is a canned mackerel fillet in extra-virgin olive oil, belonging to the 'Fish and seafood' family of the PNNS groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of C, is classified in NOVA group 3 (processed), and provides high protein (about 20 g per 100 g) with virtually no sugar but a relatively high fat content (about 45 g per 100 g) and moderate salt (0.9 g per 100 g). While the olive oil base adds beneficial monounsaturated fats, the overall fat level and added salt make it a calorie-dense option that should be consumed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal269 kcal

Fat21 g

Saturated Fat4 g

Omega 3 Fat0 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average values for similar canned seafood, this product contains virtually no sugar (0 g vs 0.98 g), about seven times more fat (45 g vs 6.62 g), roughly one-sixth the salt (0.9 g vs 5.32 g) and slightly more protein (20 g vs 18.05 g).

Ingredients

Filets de maquereaux (Scomber scombrus) 55%, huile d’olive vierge extra, sel.

84%

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Phare d'Eckmühl

151 g