Why is Mimolette Tranches classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Mimolette Tranches is placed in NOVA group 4 because the cheese is made from pasteurised milk, uses a microbial coagulant and is coloured with annatto, which are processing steps beyond traditional cheese making; the only listed additive is the colourant E160b (annatto), while the other ingredients (milk, salt, lactic ferment, microbial enzyme) are standard dairy components.

How do the high saturated-fat and salt levels in this cheese affect individuals with high blood pressure or cardiovascular concerns?

The 17 g of saturated fat per 100 g can raise LDL cholesterol, and the 2 g of salt can increase blood pressure, so people with hypertension or heart disease should limit their intake and balance it with lower-fat, lower-salt foods.

Is the annatto colourant (E160b) used in Mimolette Tranches safe for people with food allergies or environmental concerns?

Annatto (E160b) is a plant-derived colour from achiote seeds and is not a common allergen, though rare sensitivities can occur; it is generally regarded as environmentally friendly compared with synthetic dyes and does not alter the cheese's nutritional profile.

Classic • 200 g

Mimolette Tranches

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Mimolette Tranches are sliced, pressed, uncooked cow's milk cheese that belongs to the Milk and dairy products family and is marketed as a young Dutch-style Mimolette. It carries a Nutri-Score of D and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra-processed product, with high saturated fat (about 17 g per 100 g) and salt (2 g per 100 g) but also high protein (25 g per 100 g) and calcium. The cheese contains the natural colourant annatto (E160b) and is packaged in a plastic tray with a protective film, which limits recyclability.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal321 kcal

Fat24 g

Saturated Fat17 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average French cheese (per 100 g), this Mimolette slice provides roughly 17 g of saturated fat (above the 15.29 g average), 2 g of salt (below the 3.31 g average), and 25 g of protein (higher than the 20.25 g average).

Ingredients

Lait pasteurisé de vache, sel, ferments lactiques, coagulant microbien, colorant rocou. Origine : Ce produit est fabriqué aux Pays-Bas à partir de lait origine UE.

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Mimolette Tranches

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal321 kcal

Fat24 g

Saturated Fat17 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Ingredients

Lait pasteurisé de vache, sel, ferments lactiques, coagulant microbien, colorant rocou. Origine : Ce produit est fabriqué aux Pays-Bas à partir de lait origine UE.

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