Why does this popcorn have a Nutri‑Score of E and which nutrients are responsible for the low rating?

The E rating is driven by its high energy (418 kcal per 100 g), high saturated fat (9.2 g), high salt (2.25 g) and the absence of fruit, vegetable or legume content, which together outweigh the modest fiber and protein contributions.

How might the saturated fat and salt levels in this snack impact someone with hypertension or cardiovascular concerns?

Elevated saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol, while the 2.25 g of salt per 100 g contributes significantly to daily sodium intake, potentially increasing blood pressure; regular consumption may therefore aggravate heart‑related conditions.

Is this microwave popcorn compatible with vegan, keto, or gluten‑free dietary patterns?

The product contains only corn, palm oil and salt, making it vegan and gluten‑free, but its carbohydrate content (≈49 g per 100 g) is too high for a strict keto diet.

Menguy's • 270 g

Popcorn micro-ondes salé 3x90 g

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Popcorn micro‑ondes salé 3 × 90 g is a ready‑to‑heat salted popcorn snack made from 82 % corn, palm oil and salt. It belongs to the salty‑snacks family (PNNS groups: Salty snacks and Salty and fatty products) and carries a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA rating of 3, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature. While it offers a notable 8.5 g of fiber and 8.3 g of protein per 100 g, it is also high in saturated fat (9.2 g), salt (2.25 g) and energy (418 kcal), which can be a concern for heart‑healthy diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal418 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat9.2 g

Carbohydrates49.3 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty snack, this microwave popcorn contains less sugar and salt but more fat, especially saturated fat, and provides roughly double the calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

Maïs à éclater 82% - huile de palme - sel

84%

35%

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Menguy's • 270 g

Popcorn micro-ondes salé 3x90 g

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal418 kcal

Fat19 g

Saturated Fat9.2 g

Carbohydrates49.3 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty snack, this microwave popcorn contains less sugar and salt but more fat, especially saturated fat, and provides roughly double the calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

Maïs à éclater 82% - huile de palme - sel

84%

35%

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