Why is Stickado Salami-Sticks High-Protein classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is labelled NOVA 4 because the formulation includes processed meat, added sugars, flavorings and three food‑grade additives – sodium nitrite (E250), potassium nitrate (E252) as preservatives and sodium alginate (E401) as an edible coating – which are typical of highly industrially processed products.

How does the high salt and saturated-fat content in this product affect a hypertensive or heart-healthy diet?

The 5.8 g of salt and 8 g of saturated fat per 100 g markedly exceed recommended limits, potentially raising blood pressure and LDL-cholesterol levels, so regular consumption is not advisable for people managing hypertension or cardiovascular risk.

Is the lactose listed in the ingredients a concern for people with dairy intolerance?

Yes, the product contains lactose derived from milk, which can trigger symptoms in individuals with lactose intolerance or dairy allergy, and it is flagged in the allergen information.

Aoste • 60 g

Stickado Salami-Sticks High-Protein

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Product Insights

Stickado Salami-Sticks High-Protein are French-made pork salami sticks, classified in the processed-meat family of the PNNS groups. The product carries a Nutri-Score of E and belongs to the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category, reflecting its high levels of fat (20 g), saturated fat (8 g), salt (5.8 g) and added sugars, together with three common food additives (E250, E252, E401). It does offer a very high protein content of 38 g per 100 g and may fit low-carb regimes, but the excessive salt, saturated fat and presence of lactose make it unsuitable for low-sodium or dairy-free diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal347 kcal

Fat20 g

Carbohydrates4 g

Proteins38 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average values for salami, this stick delivers roughly double the protein (38 g vs 18.4 g) and higher fat (20 g vs 18.6 g) but also far more salt (5.8 g vs 3.5 g) and calories (580 kcal vs 255 kcal).

Ingredients

Schweinefleisch, Salz, Laktose, Oligofruktose, Dextrose, Gewürze, Zucker, Aroma, Konservierungsstoffe: Kaliumnitrat, Natriumnitrit; Starterkulturen. Essbare Hülle: Natriumalginat, Zellulose, Rinderkollagen.

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Aoste

60g