Why is Bouillon de Volaille Déshydraté classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The broth is considered ultra‑processed because it combines basic ingredients with several industrial additives that enhance flavor, colour and preservation. Its additive list includes the flavour enhancer monosodium glutamate (E621), the caramel colour (E150d), a rosemary extract used as antioxidant (E392), as well as multiple natural flavourings and spice extracts.

How does the high salt content in this broth affect a hypertensive or sodium‑restricted diet?

With 58.5 g of salt per 100 g, the broth far exceeds the recommended daily sodium intake of about 2 g (5 g salt). Consuming even a small portion can quickly push sodium levels well above safe limits, making it unsuitable for people managing high blood pressure or following low‑sodium dietary guidelines.

Is the celery flavouring in this product a concern for people allergic to celery?

Yes. Celery is listed among the declared allergens, and the product contains natural celery flavourings. Anyone with a celery allergy should avoid this broth, as the presence of celery‑derived compounds can trigger allergic reactions.

Eco • 120 g e

Bouillon de Volaille Déshydraté

Dried Products

Product Insights

Bouillon de Volaille Déshydraté is a dehydrated chicken broth produced by Eco and sold in Leclerc stores. Per 100 g it provides 182 kcal, 12.4 g protein, 7.7 g fat (4.7 g saturated) and only 1.5 g sugars, but it contains an extremely high salt level of 58.5 g, placing it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category and lacking a Nutri‑Score rating. It belongs to the Soups & Broths group of the French PNNS classification, offering a protein‑rich flavor base while the presence of soy and celery allergens and additives such as E621, E150d and rosemary extract may limit suitability for sensitive consumers.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal183 kcal

Fat7.7 g

Saturated Fat4.7 g

Carbohydrates16 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average dehydrated products, this broth has far less sugar (1.5 g vs 24.9 g) and fat (7.7 g vs 12 g) and about half the calories (183 kcal vs 340 kcal), but its salt content is dramatically higher (58.5 g vs 2.36 g) while providing more protein (12.4 g vs 9.3 g).

Ingredients

Sel, exhausteur de goût : E621, amidon de maïs, extrait de protéines de_ soja_, graisse de palme, maigre et gras de volaille (3,9%), sucre, arômes (dont céleri), arôme naturel d‘oignon, arôme naturel de céleri avec autres arômes naturels, épice, plante aromatique, colorant: caramel E150d, extrait de carotte, extrait d‘oignon, antioxydant : extraits de romarin,

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