Why is XXL jambon emmental classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

NOVA 4 applies to foods formulated mainly from industrial ingredients and containing additives; this sandwich includes four additives: E250 (sodium carbonate), E316 (sodium ascorbate), E450 (diphosphates) and E451 (triphosphates), which are used for pH control, antioxidant protection and texture improvement, hence it falls into the ultra‑processed category.

How does the sugar and salt content in XXL jambon emmental affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.6 g of sugar and 1.3 g of salt per 100 g, the sandwich provides modest sugar but a noticeable amount of sodium. For people with diabetes, the sugar level is relatively low compared to many snacks, yet the overall carbohydrate load (26 g) should be counted. For hypertension, the salt contributes to daily sodium intake and should be balanced with lower‑salt foods throughout the day.

Is the mustard in this sandwich a concern for people with mustard allergy?

Yes, the sandwich contains mustard (1.5 % of the mayonnaise) and it is highlighted as an allergen in the ingredient list, so individuals with a mustard allergy should avoid this product.

Daunat • 230 g

XXL jambon emmental

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The XXL jambon emmental is a ready-to-eat sandwich classified in the Composite foods group, with a Nutri-Score of C and placed in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product. It provides moderate protein (9.7 g) and a good amount of fiber (3.3 g) per 100 g, but also contains relatively high fat (13 g), saturated fat (2.8 g) and salt (1.3 g), and includes four food additives (E250, E316, E450, E451). Allergens present are eggs, gluten, milk and mustard, and the product is made in France using whole‑meal bread, reduced‑fat mustard mayonnaise, ham, Emmental cheese and salad.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal264 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat2.8 g

Carbohydrates26 g

Sugars2.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sandwich, this XXL jambon emmental contains less fat, saturated fat, sugar, salt and calories while offering more fiber, though it provides less protein and carbohydrates.

Ingredients

Pain de mie à la farine complète 55,2% (farine de blé 20,3%, farine complète de blé 16,5%, eau, huile de colza, sel, gluten de blé, levure, vinaigre d'alcool), mayonnaise moutardée allégée en matières grasses 16.2% [huile de colza, eau, moutarde 1,5% (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel), jaune d'oeuf, amidon, vinaigre d'alcool, sucre, sel], jambon cuit standard 13% (jambon de porc origine France, eau, sel, dextrose, sirop de glucose, arômes naturels, stabilisants: triphosphates - diphosphates, antioxydant: érythorbate de sodium, conservateur; nitrite de sodium), Emmental 9,1%, salade 6.5%. Traces éventuelles de poissons, crustacés, céleri, graines de sésame, lupin, soja, mollusques et fruits à coques.

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