Why is Le Supérieur à l'Étouffée classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The ham is rated NOVA 4 because, beyond the pork meat, the formulation includes added ingredients such as potassium chloride, dextrose, natural flavorings (polyphenols), and the antioxidant ascorbic acid, all of which are introduced during industrial processing.

How does the salt content in this ham affect a hypertensive diet?

With 1.5 g of salt per 100 g, the ham contributes a moderate amount of sodium; while lower than many traditional hams, it still accounts for a noticeable portion of the recommended daily limit, so people with high blood pressure should consume it sparingly.

Are the possible celery traces in this ham a risk for people with a celery allergy?

Yes, the label notes possible traces of celery, which can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, so those with a confirmed celery allergy should avoid this product.

Fleury Michon • 280 g e

Le Supérieur à l'Étouffée

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Product Insights

Le Supérieur à l'Étouffée is a ready‑to‑eat sliced white ham from Fleury Michon, classified in the processed‑meat family (PNNS group: Processed meat). It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is placed in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting the presence of additives such as potassium chloride, dextrose and an antioxidant (ascorbic acid) despite being gluten‑free and free of sodium nitrite. Nutritionally, the product is low in fat, saturated fat, sugar and salt and offers a high protein content (22 g per 100 g), yet the moderate salt level (1.5 g/100 g) and its processing level may be concerns for salt‑restricted or clean‑eating diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal115 kcal

Fat2.8 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates0.5 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average French white‑ham, this ham contains about one‑sixth the fat (2.8 g vs 18.6 g), one‑fourth the salt (1.5 g vs 3.5 g), and roughly one‑third the sugar, while providing higher protein (22 g vs 18 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Jambon de porc, bouillon (eau, os de porc, plantes aromatiques, viande de porc, concentré d'oignon et de carotte, poivre, baie de genièvre, clou de girofle), sel, arômes naturels (présence naturelle de polyphénols), dextrose, chlorure de potassium, antioxydant : acide ascorbique. Traces éventuelles de céleri.

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